TWI647958B - Display device - Google Patents

Abstract

A display device includes a housing, a first hook structure, a display panel, a second hook structure, and a flexible frame. The housing includes a bottom plate and a plurality of side plates. The side plates are respectively located at the side edges of the bottom plate to surround the receiving space together with the bottom plate. The bottom plate has a bearing surface. The first hook structure is disposed on a bearing surface of the bottom plate of the housing. The display panel is located in the accommodating space and has an assembly surface facing the bottom plate. The second hook structure is disposed on the assembly surface of the display panel for hooking the first hook structure to fix the display panel to the bottom plate of the housing. A portion of the flexible bezel is interposed between the side edge of the display panel and the side panel of the housing, and another portion of the flexible bezel holds a portion of the display panel to stabilize the display panel.

Description

 Display device  

The present invention relates to a display device, and more particularly to a display device having a hook structure.

With the development of the semiconductor and related electronics industries, electronic products such as smart phones, notebooks, tablet PCs, and flat-screen TVs are constantly being introduced. Display screens are one of the most important media when using these products.

Taking a notebook computer as an example, the display panel is conventionally covered with a display panel through the front and rear outer casings (ie, the "A piece" and the "B piece" commonly referred to in the industry), and the display panel is screw-locked. Fixed to the A piece, for example, by the locking ear protruding from the opposite sides of the display panel to lock, but in this design, the outer casing needs to reserve a corresponding space for the lock ear lock, which is not conducive to the internal The use of space, and the way the screws are locked, may cause inconvenience when repairing or replacing the display panel; or, the manufacturer fixes the display module to the outer casing by directly bonding the adhesive, although the use of the lock ear is omitted. The space, but the means of sticking and fixing is also not conducive to removing the display module. If the method is improper, there will be residual glue.

In view of this, the present invention provides a display device for solving the problem that the means for fixing the display panel in the prior art takes up space and is disadvantageous for maintenance.

A display device according to the present invention includes a housing, a first hook structure, a display panel, a second hook structure, and a flexible frame. The housing includes a bottom plate and a plurality of side plates. The side plates are respectively located at the side edges of the bottom plate to surround the receiving space together with the bottom plate. The bottom plate has a load bearing surface. The first hook structure is disposed on a bearing surface of the bottom plate of the housing. The display panel is located in the accommodating space and has an assembly surface facing the bottom plate. The second hook structure is disposed on the assembly surface of the display panel for hooking the first hook structure to fix the display panel to the bottom plate of the housing. A portion of the flexible bezel is interposed between the side edge of the display panel and the side panel of the housing, and another portion of the flexible bezel holds a portion of the display panel to stabilize the display panel.

According to the foregoing display device of the present invention, since the display panel and the housing are assembled by means of a hook structure, that is, the assembly method without screws is not only advantageous for improving assembly efficiency, but also for future maintenance. It also helps users or maintenance personnel to quickly separate them. Therefore, the display device of the present invention has higher convenience in assembly and future maintenance than the screw lock or adhesive tape used in the conventional display module.

In addition, the hook structure is disposed between the assembly surface of the display device and the bearing surface of the housing. Unlike the conventional display device, which is a locking ear protruding outward from the side edge of the display panel, the design of the hook structure of the present invention is A model that helps make the display device a narrow frame.

At the same time, the design of the flexible bezel replaces the cover case at the frame of the conventional display device, so that the overall vision has no B-piece design, which helps to reduce the width of the frame on the upper side and the left and right sides of the display panel.

The above description of the disclosure and the following embodiments are intended to illustrate and explain the spirit and principles of the invention, and to provide further explanation of the scope of the invention.

10‧‧‧ display device

100‧‧‧shell

110‧‧‧floor

111‧‧‧ bearing surface

115‧‧‧Perforation

116‧‧‧ release hole

121‧‧‧First side panel

122‧‧‧ second side panel

123‧‧‧ third side panel

210‧‧‧First hook structure

220‧‧‧Second hook structure

221‧‧‧Back hook

300‧‧‧ display panel

311‧‧‧ Assembly surface

400‧‧‧Flexible border

410, 420, 430‧‧‧ side strips

421‧‧‧ Carrying Department

422‧‧‧ side

422A‧‧‧Second abutment

423‧‧‧ Covering Department

423A‧‧‧First Abutment

423B‧‧‧ cushioning pad

500‧‧‧stops

600‧‧‧ cover

700‧‧‧Decoration board

L1, L2‧‧‧ length

S‧‧‧ accommodating space

Θ‧‧‧ angle

1 is a perspective view of a display device according to a first embodiment of the present invention with a cover removed.

2 is a partially exploded perspective view of the display device of FIG. 1.

3 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the display device of FIG. 1.

4 is a partial front elevational view showing the display device of FIG. 1 with the cover removed.

The detailed features and advantages of the present invention are described in detail in the embodiments of the present invention. The related objects and advantages of the present invention will be readily understood by those skilled in the art. The following examples are intended to describe the present invention in further detail, but are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

In addition, the embodiments of the present invention are disclosed in the following drawings, and for the sake of clarity, the details of the invention are described in the following description. However, it should be understood that these practical details are not intended to limit the invention. In addition, for the sake of simplicity of the drawings, some conventional structures and components will be illustrated in a simplified schematic manner, and even some of the drawings omits the structure of cables (cables, or cables). In order to keep the picture clean and tidy, declare it first.

Furthermore, unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical and scientific terms, have their ordinary meaning, and their meaning is understood by those skilled in the art. Furthermore, the definition of the above vocabulary should be interpreted in the present specification as having the same meaning as the technical field related to the present invention. Unless specifically defined, these terms are not to be construed as too idealistic or formal.

1 is a perspective view of a display device according to a first embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a partial exploded view of the display device of FIG. 1, and FIG. 3 is a display of FIG. FIG. 4 is a partial front elevational view showing the display device of FIG. 1 with the cover removed.

The embodiment of the present invention provides a display device 10 including a housing 100, a plurality of first hook structures 210, a display panel 300, a plurality of second hook structures 220, and a flexible frame 400.

Further, the housing 100 includes a bottom plate 110, a first side plate 121, a second side plate 122, and a third side plate 123. The bottom plate 110 has a bearing surface 111 that can be used to carry the display panel 300. The second side plate 122 is connected between the first side plate 121 and the third side plate 123. The first side plate 121, the second side plate 122 and the third side plate 123 are respectively located at the side edges of the bottom plate 110, so as to be combined with the bottom plate 110. Accommodate space S.

In addition, the bottom plate 110 further has a plurality of through holes 115 to reduce the weight of the bottom plate 110, but the invention is not limited thereto. For example, in other embodiments, the bottom plate may have other shapes of perforated or hollowed out structures to reduce the weight of the bottom plate; alternatively, the bottom plate may not have any structure such as perforations.

The first hook structure 210 has an inverted hook shape and is disposed on the bearing surface 111 of the bottom plate 110 of the housing 100. In this embodiment, the first hook structure 210 and the bottom plate 110 of the housing 100 are integrally formed. For example, the first hook structure 210 and the housing 100 can be formed together through a CNC machining program, so that the understanding is understandable. When the number of the first hook structures 210 or the position on the bottom plate 110 is to be adjusted, only the CNC machining data needs to be adjusted without additional mold opening, the design flexibility is high and the manufacturing cost is reduced, but the invention Not limited to this. For example, in other embodiments, the first hook structure 210 and the bottom plate 110 of the housing 100 may not be integrally formed. The first hook structure 210 may also be, but not limited to, being engaged, pasted, or soldered. It is additionally fixed to the bottom plate 110 of the housing 100. In addition, although the first hook structure 210 is in the shape of a barb in the embodiment, the shape of the first hook structure 210 is not limited thereto. For example, in other embodiments, the first hook structure may also be a groove structure formed on the bearing surface 111 of the bottom plate 110.

The display panel 300 has an assembly surface 311. The second hook structure 220 has a substantially one-piece shape and has an undercut portion 221 . The second hook structure 220 is disposed on the assembly surface 311 of the display panel 300 and can be engaged with the first hook structure 210 when the display panel 300 is assembled (as shown in FIG. 3 ). It is to be understood that the shape of the second hook structure 220 is not limited thereto, and any structure that can be matched with the first hook structure 210 is within the scope of the present invention. In addition, in the embodiment, the second hook structure 220 can be detachably fixed to the assembly surface 311 of the display panel 300 by being snapped, pasted, or the like, and thus the adjustability in number and position is high. However, the present invention is not limited to the mounting manner of the second hook structure 220. For example, in other embodiments, the second hook structure may also be integrally formed with a backlight frame (not shown) of the display panel 300. For example, the second hook structure can be directly bent from the structure on the backlight frame when the display panel 300 is manufactured.

Therefore, it can be understood that whether the number or position of one of the first hook structure or the second hook structure is adjusted to match the other can be implemented in a lower cost and efficient manner.

It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the number and position of the first hook structure and the second hook structure. For example, in other embodiments, only one first hook structure may be disposed on the housing. Correspondingly, only one second hook structure may be disposed on the display panel, and positions of the two hook structures correspond.

The material of the flexible frame 400 is, for example, a mixture of plastic and silicone, and is formed by injection molding. In this embodiment or other embodiments, a portion of the flexible bezel 400 is interposed between the side edge of the display panel 300 and the side panel of the housing 100, and another portion of the flexible bezel 400 holds a portion of the display panel 300. The display panel 300 is stabilized.

In detail, the flexible bezel 400 includes contiguous three-sided strips 410, 420, 430. The side strips 410 and the side strips 430 are connected to opposite ends of the side strips 420 , and the three side strips 410 , 420 , and 430 are respectively disposed on the adjacent three side edges of the display panel 300 . Further, each of the side strips 410, 420, 430 has the same structure. For example, the side strip 420 includes a carrying portion 421, a side portion 422, and a covering portion 423. The side portion 422 engages the carrying portion 421 and the covering portion 423. Further, the cover portion 423 has a first abutting surface 423A, and the side portion 422 has a second abutting surface 422A. The first abutting surface 423A and the second abutting surface 422A respectively abut against the display panel 300. The adjacent side, and the angle θ between the first abutting surface 423A and the second abutting surface 422A is an acute angle, or the first abutting surface 423A is inclined toward the display panel 300, so that the edge strip 420 can be more closely sleeved on The display panel 300 enhances the reliability of the display panel 300 and the side strips 420 in assembly, and can be applied to the side strips 410 and 430.

When the display panel 300 is to be mounted, the display panel 300 may be first placed in the accommodating space S with the assembly surface 311 facing the bottom plate 110 of the housing 100; then, the display panel 300 may be pushed in the direction indicated by the arrow A. The second hook structure 220 on the display panel 300 can respectively correspond to the first hook structure 210 buckled on the bottom plate 110; at this time, the three side strips 410, 420, 430 of the flexible frame 400 are sandwiched. Between the adjacent three sides of the display panel 300 and the side panel 120 of the housing 100 to effectively buffer the impact force of the display panel 300 from the housing 100; finally, the two stoppers 500 are disposed on the bottom plate 110 and resist the display The panel 300 is away from one side of the second side panel 122 to sandwich the display panel 300 between the second side panel 122 and the stopper 500, thereby preventing the display panel 300 from moving away from the second side panel 122. In this way, the operation of assembling the display panel 300 to the casing 100 is completed. The number of the stoppers 500 is two, and may be, but not limited to, rubber. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, as long as the display panel 300 that can be pushed into the accommodating space S is retracted. The design is within the scope of the invention. For example, in other embodiments, the stop member may be a screw member that is locked to the bottom plate to limit movement of the display panel, and the number may be only one.

In addition, the length L1 of the second abutting surface 422A of the covering portion 423 protruding from the side portion 422 is smaller than the length L2 of the second abutting surface 422A of the supporting portion 421 protruding from the side portion 422, which helps to lift the display device 10 Narrow border effect.

In addition, in the embodiment, the cover portion 423 is located on one side of the display panel 300 away from the bottom plate 110, and the cover portion 423 has a buffer protrusion 423B. The purpose of the buffer pad 423B is to provide a cushioning effect when the display device 10 is overlapped with the keyboard member to reduce the impact force generated when the display device 10 collides with the keyboard member. In addition, the buffer pad 423B and the side strip 420 are integrally formed, so that the procedure of additionally attaching the cushion can be omitted to simplify the assembly process of the display device 10.

Moreover, in the embodiment, the display device 10 further has a cover 600 and a decorative panel 700. The cover plate 600 can be mounted on the casing 100 to beautify the appearance of the display device 10; and the decorative plate 700 can be mounted on one side of the bottom plate 110 away from the display panel 300, and the decorative plate 700 is further provided, and the bottom plate 110 further has a release hole 116. A portion of the bottom plate 110 that is not covered by the display panel 300. When the cover plate 600 is mounted on the housing 100, the release hole 116 is also covered to beautify the appearance of the display device 10. However, if the decorative panel 700 is to be removed, the cover 600 may be removed first, and then a tool (such as a screwdriver) is passed through the release hole 116 to pick up the decorative panel 700.

According to the display device of the above embodiment, since the display panel and the housing are assembled by hooking the hook structure, that is, using a screwless assembly method, not only is the assembly efficiency improved, but also in the future maintenance. Help users or maintenance personnel to quickly separate them. Therefore, the display device of the present invention has higher convenience in assembly and future maintenance than the screw lock or adhesive tape used in the conventional display module.

In addition, in some embodiments, the first hook structure of different numbers and different positions may be implemented on the bottom plate only by modifying the CNC parameters. Accordingly, the display panel may be reconfigured corresponding to the configuration of the first hook structure. The second hook structure can be set, that is to say, the first hook structure and the second hook structure have high adjustment flexibility in configuration, and no additional mold is needed, but can be applied to different machines at a lower cost. Type of computer.

Moreover, the hook structure is disposed between the assembly surface of the display device and the bearing surface of the housing. Unlike the conventional display device, which is a locking ear protruding outward from the side edge of the display panel, the design of the hook structure of the present invention is A model that helps make the display device a narrow frame.

In addition, the design of the lock-free ear is matched with the upper side and the left and right sides of the display device of the foregoing embodiment, and is directly disposed through the flexible frame, instead of the cover member at the frame of the conventional display device, so that the overall vision is B-free. It helps to reduce the width of the border on the upper and left and right sides of the display panel, making the visual ratio different from the existing notebook. In the actual situation, with this design, the existing 14-inch model can be mounted with a 15-inch display panel.

Wherein, since the cost of the flexible frame is lower than that of the original cover case, and the flexible frame does not need to be buckled with the casing, the manufacturing cost of the display device and the assembly difficulty can be further saved.

Although the present invention has been disclosed above in the foregoing embodiments, it is not intended to limit the invention. It is within the scope of the invention to be modified and modified without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Please refer to the attached patent application for the scope of protection defined by the present invention.

Claims (10)

A display device comprising: a casing, a bottom plate and a plurality of side plates, wherein the side plates are respectively located at each side edge of the bottom plate to surround the bottom plate together with an accommodating space, the bottom plate having a bearing surface; a first hook structure is disposed on the bearing surface of the bottom plate of the housing; a display panel is located in the receiving space and has an assembly surface facing the bearing surface of the bottom plate; at least one second hook structure The at least one first hook structure and the at least one second hook structure are disposed between the bearing surface of the bottom plate and the assembly surface of the display panel, and the at least one is disposed on the assembly surface of the display panel The first hook structure is detachably hooked to the at least one second hook structure to fix the display panel to the bottom plate of the housing; and a flexible frame, a part of the flexible frame is sandwiched between the Between the side edges of the display panel and the side panels of the housing, another portion of the flexible bezel holds a portion of the display panel to stabilize the display panel. The display device of claim 1, wherein the at least one second hook structure is detachably disposed on the assembly surface of the display panel. The display device of claim 1, wherein the at least one second hook structure and the backlight frame of the display panel are integrally formed. The display device of claim 1, wherein the at least one first hook structure and the bottom plate are integrally formed. The display device of claim 1, further comprising at least one stopper, wherein the side panels are respectively a first side panel, a second side panel and a third side panel, the second side panel Connecting between the first side plate and the third side plate, the at least one stop member is disposed on the bottom plate of the housing and abutting the display panel away from the side of the second side plate to clamp the display panel Holding between the second side plate and the at least one stop member, thereby preventing the display panel from moving away from the second side plate. The display device of claim 1, wherein the flexible frame comprises connected three-sided strips, each of the side strips comprising a carrying portion, a side portion and a covering portion, the side portion engaging the carrying portion and the covering portion The portion of the display panel is interposed between the carrying portion and the covering portion. The display device of claim 6, wherein the covering portion is located on a side of the display panel away from the bottom plate, and the covering portion has a buffering pad. The display device of claim 6, wherein the covering portion has a first abutting surface that abuts against the display panel and is inclined toward the display panel. The display device of claim 6, wherein the covering portion has a first abutting surface, the side portion has a second abutting surface, and the first abutting surface and the second abutting surface respectively abut An adjacent side of the display panel, and an angle between the first abutting surface and the second abutting surface is an acute angle. The display device of claim 6, wherein the length of the cover portion protruding from the side portion is smaller than the length of the support portion protruding from the side portion.