WO2021033862A1 - Dispositif électronique comprenant un élément conducteur - Google Patents

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WO2021033862A1
WO2021033862A1 PCT/KR2020/003121 KR2020003121W WO2021033862A1 WO 2021033862 A1 WO2021033862 A1 WO 2021033862A1 KR 2020003121 W KR2020003121 W KR 2020003121W WO 2021033862 A1 WO2021033862 A1 WO 2021033862A1
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  • Various embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an electronic device including a conductive member.
  • an electronic device performs a specific function according to an installed program, such as an electronic notebook, a portable multimedia player, a mobile communication terminal, a tablet PC, a video/sound device, a desktop/laptop computer, and a vehicle navigation system from home appliances. It can mean a device to do.
  • an installed program such as an electronic notebook, a portable multimedia player, a mobile communication terminal, a tablet PC, a video/sound device, a desktop/laptop computer, and a vehicle navigation system from home appliances. It can mean a device to do.
  • various functions may be installed in one electronic device such as a mobile communication terminal.
  • entertainment functions such as games, multimedia functions such as music/video playback, communication and security functions for mobile banking, and functions such as schedule management and electronic wallet are being integrated into one electronic device.
  • functions such as schedule management and electronic wallet are being integrated into one electronic device.
  • the electronic device may detect biometric information such as a photoplethysmo graph (PPG) of a user, a sleep period, skin temperature, heart rate, and electrocardiogram according to the mounted sensor.
  • biometric information such as a photoplethysmo graph (PPG) of a user, a sleep period, skin temperature, heart rate, and electrocardiogram according to the mounted sensor.
  • PPG photoplethysmo graph
  • the detected biometric information may be stored in an electronic device or transmitted to a medical institution in real time to be used for health management of a user.
  • the arrangement of sensors or electrodes may be limited.
  • the accuracy of the detected biometric information may be improved.
  • the gaps between electrodes may not be spaced apart enough to detect accurate biometric information.
  • the "interval between electrodes” may mean a distance between body parts that the electrodes come into contact with.
  • the distance between electrodes is increased, so that accuracy of detected biometric information may be improved.
  • a key input signal and a biometric information signal are obtained by a conductive member, so that the electronic device may be miniaturized so that it can be used without inconvenience even when worn on the body.
  • An electronic device includes a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and between the first surface and the second surface.
  • a housing including a side member including at least one through hole formed in a third direction that at least partially surrounds the space and is substantially perpendicular to the first direction or the second direction, and a third metal plate is disposed A surface and a fourth surface on which a key switch is disposed, the first end exposed to the outside of the housing through the through hole, and the housing A first conductive member disposed therein, including a second end facing the metal plate, and electrically connected to the circuit board through the metal plate, at least one second conductive member disposed on the second surface, A first support portion facing the key switch and including a first portion for providing pressure to the key switch, at least one second portion extending from the first portion and for guiding movement of the circuit board, and the first It may include a processor for sensing biometric information of a user through one conductive member and the at least one second
  • An electronic device includes a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and between the first surface and the second surface.
  • a housing including a side member including at least one through hole formed in a third direction that at least partially surrounds the space and is substantially perpendicular to the first direction or the second direction, and a third metal plate is disposed A surface and a fourth surface on which a key switch is disposed, the first end exposed to the outside of the housing through the through hole, and the housing A first conductive member disposed therein, including a second end facing the metal plate, and electrically connected to the circuit board through the metal plate, at least one second conductive member disposed on the second surface, A fourth support part facing the key switch and including a third support part for providing pressure to the key switch, a fourth support part including at least one buffer member for guiding the movement of the circuit board and coupled to the third support part It may include a processor for sensing biometric information of a user through one conductive member and the
  • a key assembly includes a third surface on which a metal plate is disposed, and a fourth surface on which a key switch is disposed, and is located in a direction opposite to the third surface, and at least partially is a flexible circuit board.
  • a conductive member comprising a first end exposed to the outside and a second end facing the metal plate, and electrically connected to the circuit board through the metal plate, and disposed between the first end and the third surface And at least one ejection part surrounding the second end, a first part facing the key switch and providing pressure to the key switch, and at least one extending from the first part and guiding the movement of the circuit board.
  • a first support including a second portion of and a protrusion for fixing the key assembly may include a second support coupled to the first support.
  • An electronic device may provide electrodes disposed at sufficient intervals. Accordingly, the accuracy of the detected biometric information can be improved.
  • An electronic device may be miniaturized so that it can be used without inconvenience even when worn on the body. Accordingly, the convenience of portability can be increased.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG 2 is another perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG 3 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG 4 is an assembled perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG. 7 is a view in which a key assembly according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document is coupled to a housing.
  • FIG. 8 is a diagram of a key assembly according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG. 9 is another exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG 10 is another cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • FIG 11 is another view in which a key assembly according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document is coupled to a housing.
  • FIG. 12 is a block diagram illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • Electronic devices may be devices of various types.
  • the electronic device may include, for example, a portable communication device (eg, a smart phone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a home appliance.
  • a portable communication device eg, a smart phone
  • a computer device e.g., a smart phone
  • a portable multimedia device e.g., a portable medical device
  • a camera e.g., a portable medical device
  • a camera e.g., a portable medical device
  • a camera e.g., a portable medical device
  • a wearable device e.g., a smart bracelet
  • phrases such as “at least one of, B, or C” may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding one of the phrases, or all possible combinations thereof.
  • Terms such as “first”, “second”, or “first” or “second” may be used simply to distinguish the component from other corresponding components, and the components may be referred to in other aspects (eg, importance or Order) is not limited.
  • Some (eg, a first) component is referred to as “coupled” or “connected” with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicatively” to another (eg, second) component. When mentioned, it means that any of the above components can be connected to the other components directly (eg by wire), wirelessly, or via a third component.
  • module used in this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic blocks, parts, or circuits.
  • the module may be an integrally configured component or a minimum unit of the component or a part thereof that performs one or more functions.
  • the module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).
  • ASIC application-specific integrated circuit
  • each component eg, a module or program of the above-described components may include a singular number or a plurality of entities.
  • one or more components or operations among the above-described corresponding components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added.
  • a plurality of components eg, a module or a program
  • the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each component of the plurality of components in the same or similar to that performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. .
  • operations performed by a module, program, or other component are sequentially, parallel, repeatedly, or heuristically executed, or one or more of the above operations are executed in a different order or omitted. Or one or more other actions may be added.
  • the electronic device may communicate with an external electronic device such as a server or perform a task through interworking with the external electronic device.
  • the electronic device may transmit an image captured by a camera and/or location information detected by a sensor unit to a server through a network.
  • the network is, but not limited to, a mobile or cellular communication network, a local area network (LAN), a wireless local area network (WLAN), a wide area network (WAN), the Internet, and a small area communication network. (Small Area Network: SAN), etc.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an electronic device 100 according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • 2 is another perspective view of an electronic device 100 according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • the electronic device 100 includes a front surface 110A, a rear surface 110B, and a side surface 110C surrounding a space between the front surface 110A and the rear surface 110B.
  • a binding member connected to at least a portion of the housing 110 and configured to detachably attach the electronic device 100 to a part of the user's body (eg, wrist, ankle, etc.) 150, 160) may be included.
  • the housing may refer to a structure forming some of the front surface 110A, the rear surface 110B, and the side surface 110C.
  • the front surface 110A may be formed by at least a part of the substantially transparent front plate 101 (eg, a glass plate including various coating layers or a polymer plate).
  • the rear surface 110B may be formed by a substantially opaque rear plate 107.
  • the back plate 107 is formed by, for example, coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (eg, aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the above materials. Can be.
  • the side surface 110C is coupled to the front plate 101 and the rear plate 107 and may be formed by a side bezel structure (or “side member”) 106 including metal and/or polymer.
  • the back plate 107 and the side bezel structure 106 are integrally formed and may include the same material (eg, a metallic material such as aluminum).
  • the binding members 150 and 160 may be formed of various materials and shapes.
  • the binding members 150 and 160 may be formed by combining a woven material, leather, rubber, urethane, metal, ceramic, or a combination of at least two of the above materials so that the unitary link and a plurality of unit links are fluently coupled to each other.
  • the electronic device 100 includes a display (eg, the display device 202 of FIG. 3 ), an audio module 105 and 108, a sensor module 111, and a key input device 102, 103, 104 ) And at least one of the connector hole 109 may be included. In some embodiments, the electronic device 100 omits at least one of the components (eg, key input devices 102, 103, 104, connector hole 109, or sensor module 111) or has other configurations. Additional elements may be included.
  • the display can be exposed, for example, through a significant portion of the front plate 101.
  • the shape of the display may be a shape corresponding to the shape of the front plate 101, and may have various shapes such as a circle, an oval, or a polygon.
  • the display may be combined with or disposed adjacent to at least one of a touch sensing circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and a fingerprint sensor.
  • the audio modules 105 and 108 may include a microphone hole 105 and a speaker hole 108.
  • a microphone for acquiring external sound may be disposed inside, and in some embodiments, a plurality of microphones may be disposed to detect the direction of sound.
  • the speaker hole 108 can be used as an external speaker and a call receiver.
  • the speaker hole 108 and the microphone hole 105 may be implemented as a single hole, or a speaker may be included without the speaker hole 108 (eg, piezo speaker).
  • the sensor module 111 may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device 100 or an external environmental state.
  • the sensor module 111 may include, for example, a biometric sensor module 111 (eg, an HRM sensor) disposed on the rear surface 110B of the housing 110.
  • the electronic device 100 is a sensor module not shown, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an atmospheric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, At least one of a humidity sensor or an illuminance sensor may be further included.
  • the sensor module 111 may include a plurality of electrodes, and when the user wears the electronic device 100 using the binding members 150 and 160, the electrodes of the sensor module 111 At least one of them may contact the user's body.
  • the key input devices 102, 103, and 104 are disposed on the front surface 110A of the housing 110 and are rotatable in at least one direction, and a side surface of the housing 110 It may include at least one of the side key buttons 103 and 104 disposed at (110C).
  • the wheel key 102 may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the front plate 101 (eg, a circular frame).
  • the electronic device 100 may not include some or all of the aforementioned key input devices 102, 103 and 104, and the key input devices 102, 103 and 104 that are not included may be displayed. It can be implemented in other forms such as soft keys on top.
  • the connector hole 109 may accommodate a connector (eg, a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and/or data with an external electronic device, and transmitting and receiving an audio signal with an external electronic device. It may include another connector hole (not shown) that can accommodate the connector for.
  • the electronic device 100 may further include, for example, a connector cover (not shown) that covers at least a portion of the connector hole 109 and blocks the inflow of foreign substances into the connector hole.
  • the binding members 150 and 160 may be attached to and detached from at least a portion of the housing 110 by using the locking members 151 and 161.
  • the binding members 150 and 160 may include one or more of a fixing member 152, a fixing member fastening hole 153, a band guide member 154, and a band fixing ring 155. .
  • the fixing member 152 may be configured to fix the housing 110 and the binding members 150 and 160 to a user's body part (eg, wrist, ankle, etc.).
  • the fixing member fastening hole 153 may fix the housing 110 and the fixing members 150 and 160 to a part of the user's body corresponding to the fixing member 152.
  • the band guide member 154 is configured to limit the movement range of the fixing member 152 when the fixing member 152 is fastened with the fixing member fastening hole 153, so that the binding members 150 and 160 It can be tightly attached.
  • the band fixing ring 155 may limit the movement range of the fixing members 150 and 160 in a state in which the fixing member 152 and the fixing member fixing hole 153 are fastened.
  • the second conductive member 311 may contact the user's body to obtain an electrical signal generated from the user's body.
  • the second conductive member 311 may be disposed on the rear surface 110B of the electronic device 100.
  • FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device 200 according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • 4 is an assembled perspective view of an electronic device 200 according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • an electronic device 200 (for example, the electronic device 100 of FIG. 1 or 2) according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention includes a housing 201 and a support member 204 and A first printed circuit board 205 may be included.
  • the housing 201 may at least partially include an electrically conductive material, and the electrically conductive material of the housing 201 is electrically connected to the first printed circuit board 205 to transmit a wireless signal. You can send and receive.
  • a portion of the housing 201 may function as an antenna of the electronic device 200.
  • At least one of the components of the electronic device 200 may be the same as or similar to at least one of the components of the electronic device 100 of FIG. 1 or 2, and overlapping hereinafter Description may be omitted.
  • the electronic device 200 since the electronic device 200 includes the binding members 150 and 160 of FIG. 1 or 2, the user may carry or use the electronic device 200 while wearing the electronic device 200 on the body.
  • the housing 201 includes a front surface facing a first direction D1 (for example, the front surface 110A of FIG. 1) and a second direction opposite to the first direction D1 ( D2) at least partially surrounding the rear surface (e.g., the rear surface 110B of Fig. 2) and the space between the front surface 110A and the rear surface 110B (e.g., a space indicated by reference numeral '211b') May include the side member 211a (eg, the side member 106 of FIG. 1 ).
  • the electronic device 200 may include a front surface 110A or a display device 202 disposed on an upper surface, and the front surface 110A of the housing 201 is substantially the display device ( 202).
  • the electronic device 200 may include a rear surface (for example, the rear surface 110B of FIG. 2) or a cover member 203 disposed on the bottom surface, and the rear surface of the housing 201 is substantially It may be formed by the cover member 203.
  • the display device 202 or the cover member 203 may include a glass plate or a polymer plate including various coating layers.
  • the display device 202 at least a portion of an area made of a glass plate or a polymer plate is a transparent area, and the screen may be transmitted to the outside.
  • the cover member 203 is coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (eg, aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the above materials. Can be formed.
  • the display device 202 or the cover member 203 is made of a glass or ceramic material, and a partial region may be disposed adjacent to a metal part of the side member 211a.
  • a partial region of the cover member 203 made of a glass or ceramic material is disposed adjacent to the metal part of the side member 211a, a member or layer made of synthetic resin is disposed therebetween.
  • the housing 201, the display device 202, and the cover member 203 are described as separate components, respectively, but this is for brevity of description, and the electronic device ( The external appearance of 200 may be formed by substantially coupling the display device 202 and the cover member 203 to the housing 201.
  • the'housing' referred to in a specific embodiment of the present invention may be understood to mean including the display device 202 and the cover member 203.
  • the side member 211a substantially forms a sidewall of the electronic device 200, for example, the housing 201, and includes an inner space 211b (for example, the front surface 110A). And the space between the rear surface 110B) may accommodate the support member 204 or the first printed circuit board 205.
  • a wearing band eg, the binding members 150 and 160 of FIG. 1 or 2 is provided on the outer surface of the side member 211b so that the user can wear the electronic device 200 on the body. It can provide a means of doing things.
  • the housing 201 may include a plurality of keys 213c (eg, side key buttons 103 and 104 in FIG. 1) mounted on the side member 211a, The keys 213c may be used as input devices when using the electronic device 200.
  • the side member 211a may be entirely or partially made of an electrically conductive material, for example.
  • the housing 201 may include a wheel key 213a (eg, wheel key 102 of FIG. 1) disposed on the front side (eg, the front surface 110A).
  • the wheel key 213a has a generally circular frame shape, is rotatably coupled to the front surface of the housing 201 through a lubricating member 213b, and can rotate in a circumferential direction in the front surface of the housing 201.
  • the electronic device 200 may change an operation mode by detecting the rotation of the wheel key 213a, or execute various functions according to the operation mode.
  • the wheel key 213a may rotate to adjust a volume in a multimedia playback mode, or may generate a signal for executing a zoom function in a camera mode.
  • the wheel key 213a or the lubrication member 213b may be combined with a serration structure that provides a feeling of operation or click, an optical or mechanical encoder that detects the amount of rotation, and the like. .
  • the display device 202 may be mounted on the housing 201 to form the front surface of the electronic device 200, for example, the front surface 110A of the housing 201.
  • the display device 202 may be used as an input device as well as a display device by including, for example, a touch panel.
  • the display device 202 may output a screen within an area surrounded by the wheel key 213a, and detect a user's touch, drag, or hovering input within the screen output area. I can.
  • the cover member 203 is coupled to the housing 201 to substantially form a rear surface of the electronic device 200, for example, a rear surface 110B of the housing 201, and , It is possible to close the inner space of the housing 201.
  • the cover member 203 may maintain a state in direct contact with the user's body.
  • a sensor module e.g., sensor module 111 of FIG.
  • the electronic device 200 may detect information on a user's health state, such as a heart rate, using an electrode or an optical element installed on the cover member 203.
  • the support member 204 is accommodated in the inner space 211b of the housing 201 to mount and fix the display device 202 and the first printed circuit board 205 Can be used as.
  • the support member 204 may be integrally formed with the side member 211a or connected to the side member 211a (may be integrally formed with the side member 211a).
  • the support member 204 may be formed of a metallic material or a non-metal (eg, polymer) material to improve rigidity and electrical stability of the electronic device 200.
  • the support member 204 may include an electrically conductive material, thereby providing rigidity to the electronic device 200 and providing electrical stability within the electronic device 200.
  • the support member 204 may provide a grounding structure or an electromagnetic shielding structure in the electronic device 200.
  • the support member 204 may include a space for accommodating a battery (not shown).
  • the battery is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device 200, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel It may include a battery. At least a part of the battery may be disposed substantially on the same plane as the first printed circuit board 205, for example.
  • the battery may be provided in a built-in structure inside the electronic device 200, and in another embodiment, may be disposed detachably to the electronic device 200.
  • the first printed circuit board 205 may be equipped with, for example, a processor 500, a memory, a communication module, various sensor modules, an interface, and a connection terminal.
  • the processor 500 may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphic processing unit (GPU), a sensor processor, and a communication processor.
  • the memory may include, for example, a volatile memory or a nonvolatile memory.
  • the interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia ingerface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.
  • HDMI high definition multimedia ingerface
  • USB universal serial bus
  • SD card interface Secure Digital Card
  • audio interface an audio interface
  • the processor 500, the memory, the communication module, etc. are mounted on each integrated circuit chip, or two or more selected components are integrated into one integrated circuit chip, and the first printed circuit board 205 Can be mounted on.
  • the first printed circuit board 205 may be disposed to face the cover member 203, and may be disposed to face the display device 202 with the support member 204 interposed therebetween. have.
  • the first printed circuit board 205 may be mounted or supported on the other surface of the support member 204, and may be installed in the housing 201 while being spaced apart from the display device 202.
  • the electronic device 200 may further include an antenna provided in the form of a flat plate or a thin film.
  • an antenna provided in the form of a flat plate or a thin film.
  • a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna may be manufactured in a thin film form (eg, a flat coil).
  • NFC near field communication
  • MST magnetic secure transmission
  • Such an antenna device may be easily interposed between the display device 202 and the support member 204 or between the first printed circuit board 205 and the cover member 203, for example.
  • Such an antenna may perform short-range communication with an external device or wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and may transmit a short-range communication signal or a self-based signal including payment data.
  • FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 200 of FIG. 4) according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • 6 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 200 of FIG. 4) according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • 7 is a view in which a key assembly (eg, the key assembly 300 of FIG. 8) according to various embodiments disclosed in this document is coupled to the housing 201.
  • the electronic device 100 includes a housing 201, a first conductive member 310, a circuit board 320, a metal plate 322, a key switch 323, and an adhesive member 324. ), a first support part 330, a second support part 340, an injection part 350, a binding member 360, and an elastic member 370.
  • the side member 211a of the housing 201 may include at least one through hole 215.
  • the first conductive member 310 may be at least partially inserted into the through hole 215.
  • the through hole 215 may be formed in various directions.
  • the through hole 215 is substantially perpendicular to a first direction (eg, the first direction D1 in FIG. 4) and a second direction (eg, the second direction D2 in FIG. 4 ). It may be formed in a third direction D3 which is a direction.
  • the first conductive member 310 may transmit information reflecting the user's biometric information to the processor 500.
  • the first conductive member 310 is formed of a conductive material, and when the user's body contacts the first conductive member 310, a current formed in the user's body may be transmitted to the processor.
  • the first conductive member 310 may be formed of at least one of stainless steel (SUS), titanium (TI), and aluminum (AL).
  • SUS stainless steel
  • TI titanium
  • AL aluminum
  • the material of the first conductive member 310 is not limited to the above-described materials.
  • the first conductive member 310 may provide information for determining a key input to the processor 500.
  • the first conductive member 310 may reciprocate in a third direction D3 and a fourth direction D4 opposite to the third direction D3.
  • pressure may be applied to the key switch 323 disposed on the circuit board 320.
  • a configuration for determining a key input through the first conductive member 310 will be described in more detail in the circuit board 320 below.
  • the first conductive member 310 may be formed in various shapes.
  • it may include a first end 310a exposed to the outside of the housing 201 and a second end 310b disposed inside the housing 201 and facing the metal plate 322.
  • the cross-sectional area in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the through hole 215 of the first end 310a is in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the through hole 215 of the second end 310b. It can be larger than the cross-sectional area.
  • the cross-sectional area in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the through hole 215 of the first end 310a is in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the through hole 215 of the second end 310b. May be smaller than the cross-sectional area.
  • the first conductive member 310 is formed in a cylindrical shape, and the cross-sectional areas of the first end 310a and the second end 310b may be substantially the same.
  • the conductive member 310 may include a binding groove 310c.
  • the binding groove 310c may be formed on the outer peripheral surface of the second end 310b.
  • a binding member 360 surrounding the binding groove 310c may be provided to prevent separation of the first conductive member 310.
  • the binding member 360 may be a retaining ring.
  • the binding member may be provided in various forms.
  • the binding member 360 may be an E-type snap ring, a C-type snap ring, a G-type snap ring, or an S-type snap ring.
  • At least a part of the circuit board 320 may be flexible.
  • at least a part of the circuit board 320 may be formed of a flexible circuit board 321.
  • the flexible circuit board 321 may be bent based on the pressure applied from the first conductive member 310.
  • the circuit board 320 may have a third direction D3 and a direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction D1 and the second direction D2, based on the pressure applied from the first conductive member 310. It may be formed to be reciprocated in a fourth direction D4 that is a direction opposite to the third direction D3.
  • the circuit board 320 may be electrically connected to a processor (eg, the processor 500 of FIG. 12) through a connector 325.
  • the circuit board 320 may transmit the biometric information of a user measured through the first conductive member and the at least one second conductive member to the processor 500.
  • the circuit board 320 may transmit a key input signal generated based on the pressure applied to the key switch 323 to the processor 500.
  • a biometric information signal path generated based on a user's input to the first conductive member 310 and a key input signal path generated based on a pressure on the key switch 323 are formed separately.
  • the biometric information signal path and the key input signal path may be formed separately in the circuit board 320.
  • the processor eg, the processor 500 of FIG. 12
  • the circuit board 320 includes a third part 320a that is movable based on the pressure provided from the first conductive member 310 and a fourth part 320b that is coupled to the inside of the housing 201. ) Can be included.
  • the third part 320a may be defined as a part of the circuit board 320 disposed between the first conductive member 310 and the first support part 330.
  • a metal plate 322 and a key switch 323 may be disposed in the third part 320a.
  • the metal plate 322 is disposed on the third surface 320c of the third portion 320a facing the second end 310b
  • the key switch 323 is the third surface 320c.
  • the third portion 320a may include a third surface 320c and a fourth surface 320d.
  • a direction viewed by the third surface 320c may be defined as a third direction D3
  • a direction viewed by the fourth surface 320d may be defined as a fourth direction D4.
  • the metal plate 322 and the key switch 323 will be described in detail below.
  • the fourth part 320b may include an adhesive member 324.
  • the fourth part 320b may be fixed to the housing 201 by an adhesive member 324.
  • the adhesive member 324 is a configuration for bonding the circuit board 320 to the inside of the housing 201.
  • the adhesive member 324 may be an epoxy resin.
  • the adhesive member 324 may be disposed on the fifth surface 320e of the fourth portion 320b.
  • the fifth surface 320e may be a surface formed in the first direction D1 or the second direction D2 in the fourth portion 320b.
  • the third surface 320c and the fourth surface 320d of the third portion 320a may be disposed in a direction substantially perpendicular to the fifth surface 320e of the fourth portion 320b.
  • the third portion 320a and the fourth portion 320b may be a rigid circuit board.
  • the third part 320a may be provided as a rigid circuit board for easy fixing of the metal plate 322 and the key switch 323.
  • the fourth part 320b may be provided as a rigid circuit board for easy fixing of the adhesive member 324.
  • the circuit board 320 may be provided as a flexible circuit board 321.
  • the circuit board 320 may include a metal plate 322.
  • the metal plate 322 is in contact with the first conductive member 310 to form a first electrical path that is a biometric information signal path.
  • the metal plate 322 may be formed of a conductive material to form a first electrical path.
  • the metal plate 322 may be formed of at least one of stainless steel (SUS), titanium (TI), and aluminum (AL).
  • the first electrical path is defined as a path for detecting the user's biometric information. For example, an electrical signal generated from the user's body is transmitted through the first end 310a of the first conductive member 310 and the second end 310b of the first conductive member 310. It may be transferred to the metal plate 322. Electrical signals generated from the user's body obtained from the metal plate 322 may be transmitted to a processor (eg, the processor 500 of FIG. 12) through the circuit board 320.
  • the user's body may be the user's finger.
  • the metal plate 322 may be disposed in contact with the second end 310b of the first conductive member 310. For example, even if the first conductive member 310 does not move in the fourth direction D4, the second end 310b may contact the metal plate 322. When the user's body contacts the first end 310a of the first conductive member 310, the circuit board 320 may obtain an electrical signal of the user through the metal plate 322.
  • the metal plate 322 may be disposed to be spaced apart from the second end 310b of the first conductive member 310.
  • the first conductive member 310 moves in the fourth direction D4, and the second end 310b contacts the metal plate 322 ,
  • the circuit board 320 may acquire a user's electrical signal through the metal plate 322.
  • the circuit board 320 may include a key switch 323.
  • the key switch 323 is a configuration for changing the opening and closing of the electric circuit based on the applied pressure.
  • the key switch 323 may receive pressure based on the movement of the first conductive member 310.
  • the third part 320a of the circuit board 320 is pressure provided by the first conductive member 310
  • it can be moved in the fourth direction D4.
  • the outer surface of the key switch 323 moved in the fourth direction D4 may receive pressure by the first support 330 or the third support 380.
  • the processor for example, the processor 120 of FIG. 12
  • the key switch 323 may be provided as a dome switch.
  • the key switch 323 is disposed on the circuit board 320 by an adhesive member (eg, an adhesive tape), and can transmit an electrical signal to the circuit board 320 through temporary contact with the circuit board 320. have.
  • an adhesive member eg, an adhesive tape
  • the outer surface of the key switch 323 is in contact with the first support 330 or the third support 380, and the key switch ( The inner surface of 323 may be in contact with the circuit board 320.
  • the key switch 323 may be formed in a pressed state by a pressing operation, which is an operation in which pressure is applied to the first conductive member 310 by the user.
  • the first end 310a may be kept pressed into the housing 201.
  • the pressing operation is performed again, the pressed state of the key switch 323 is released, so that the first end 310a may be moved in the third direction D3.
  • a pressing operation which is an operation in which pressure is applied to the user's first conductive member 310
  • the key switch 323 is temporarily pressed and then pressure is applied. It can be formed substantially the same as the shape before losing.
  • the first end 310a may be maintained in a state protruding outside the housing 201.
  • the first support part 330 may include a first portion 330a for providing pressure to the key switch 323.
  • the first part 330a may be defined as a part of the first support part 330 overlapping the third direction D3 of the circuit board 320 when viewed from the third direction D3.
  • the first portion 330a may include a first protrusion 331 for contacting the key switch 323.
  • the first protrusion 331 is a part of the first support 330 protruding in the third direction D3 at a position corresponding to the key switch 323.
  • the key switch 323 may receive pressure through the first protrusion 331.
  • the first protrusion 331 is In contact with the key switch 323 disposed on the surface 320d, pressure may be provided to the key switch 323.
  • the distance that can be moved in the fourth direction D4 of the circuit board 320 may be limited by the first protrusion 331.
  • the key switch 323 and the first protrusion 331 of the first support may contact when an external force greater than the elastic force in the third direction D3 is applied to the fourth direction D4.
  • the first support part 330 may include at least one second part 330b for guiding the movement of the circuit board 320.
  • the second part 330b is defined as a part of the first support part 330 formed by extending from the first part 330a in the third direction D3.
  • the second part 330b may include a second protrusion 332 for limiting movement of the circuit board 320 in the third direction D3.
  • the second protrusion 332 is a portion of the first support 330 formed by protruding from at least one second portion 330b in a direction facing each other.
  • the first support part 330 may be formed of various materials.
  • the first support part 330 may be formed of a conductive material.
  • it may be formed of at least one of stainless steel (SUS), titanium (TI), and aluminum (AL).
  • the first support part 330 may be formed of a non-conductive material.
  • the first support part 330 may be formed of at least one of polystyrene, polyethylene, and polypropylene.
  • a first electrical path which is a biometric information signal path, may not be formed in the second portion 330b contacting the metal plate 322.
  • some of the first support portions 330 may be formed of a conductive material, and other portions may be formed of a non-conductive material.
  • the second protrusion 332 may limit a movement distance of the circuit board 320 moving in the third direction D3 by the elastic member 370.
  • the second protrusion 332 may be formed to protrude in a direction facing each other at the end of the second portion 330b.
  • the second protrusion 332 may contact the third surface 320c of the circuit board 320. Accordingly, the distance that can be moved in the third direction D3 of the circuit board 320 may be limited by the second protrusion 332.
  • the second support part 340 may couple the key assembly 300 to the housing 201.
  • the second support part 340 may be fixed to the housing 201 through various coupling methods including at least one of screws, screws, and rivets.
  • the first support part 340 may be fixed to the second support part 330 through various coupling methods including at least one of screws, screws, and rivets.
  • the second support part 340 may be formed of various materials having rigidity capable of coupling the key assembly 300 to the housing 201.
  • the second support part 340 may be formed of at least one of stainless steel (SUS), titanium (TI), and aluminum (AL).
  • the second support part 340 may be formed in various shapes to fix the key assembly 300.
  • the second support 340 may include a fifth portion 340a for coupling with the first support 330 and at least one sixth portion 340b for coupling with the housing 201. have.
  • the fifth portion 340a may be formed in a plate shape facing the first support portion 330 for stable support of the first support portion 330.
  • the sixth portion 340b may be formed to extend from the fifth portion 340a and may be formed in a curved shape to increase a contact area with the housing 201.
  • the injection unit 350 may prevent electrical connection between the housing 201 and the second end 310b.
  • the injection unit 350 may be disposed between the first end 301a and the third surface 320c of the circuit board 320 and may be provided in a shape surrounding the second end 310b.
  • the injection part 350 may have a shape in which a hole through which the second end 310b of the first conductive member 310 can pass. Accordingly, direct contact between the housing 201 and the second end 310b may be prevented by the injection unit 350.
  • the injection unit 350 may be formed of a non-conductive material.
  • the injection unit 350 may be formed of at least one of polystyrene, polyethylene, and polypropylene.
  • the elastic member 370 may provide an elastic force to the first conductive member 310 in the third direction D3.
  • the elastic member 370 has an elastic force on the first conductive member 310 in a third direction D3 protruding the first end 310a of the first conductive member 310 to the outside of the housing 201.
  • the elastic member may be provided in various shapes as long as it can provide elastic force.
  • the elastic member 370 may be a spring.
  • the sealing member 372 may prevent the inflow of an external material into the housing 201 through the through hole 215.
  • the sealing member 372 is formed to surround the second end 310b, so that external substances through the through hole 215 may be prevented from flowing into the housing 310. Therefore, even if the through hole 215 is formed, waterproofing and dustproofing can be performed.
  • the sealing member 372 may be disposed at an end of the elastic member 370 that faces the third surface 320c of the circuit board 320.
  • the sealing member 372 may be provided in various ways as long as it can prevent the inflow of foreign substances.
  • the sealing member 372 may be a 0-ring.
  • the loosening prevention member 371 may prevent loosening of the combined components.
  • the anti-loosening member 371 is disposed between the first end 310a of the first conductive member 310 and the sealing member 372 to distribute pressure due to vibration applied to the sealing member 372 Thus, it is possible to prevent the sealing member 372 from loosening.
  • the loosening prevention member 371 may be provided in various ways.
  • the anti-loosening member 371 may be at least one of a spring washer and a flat washer.
  • FIG. 8 is a diagram of a key assembly 300 according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • the key assembly 300 includes a first conductive member 310, a metal plate 322, a key switch 323, a first support part 330, a second support part 340, and injection molding. It may include a unit 350. Although not shown in FIG. 8, the key assembly 300 may include a circuit board (eg, the circuit board 320 of FIG. 5 ).
  • the key assembly 300 may be coupled to the housing 201 by the second support unit 340 and mounted on the electronic device 100.
  • the key assembly 300 may be coupled to the housing 201 by the first support part 330 and the second support part 340, and may be mounted on the electronic device 100.
  • the key assembly 300 may provide a signal and a key signal for detecting a user's biometric information through the circuit board 320 to a processor (eg, the processor 500 of FIG. 12 ). .
  • a key assembly 300 may be provided.
  • FIG. 9 is another exploded perspective view of an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 200 of FIG. 4) according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • 10 is another cross-sectional view of an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 200 of FIG. 4) according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • 11 is another view in which a key assembly (eg, the key assembly 300 of FIG. 8) according to various embodiments disclosed in this document is coupled to the housing 201.
  • the electronic device 100 includes a housing 201, a first conductive member 310, a circuit board 420, a metal plate 422, a key switch 423, and an adhesive member 424. ), the third support part 380, the fourth support part 390, the injection part 350, the binding member 360, the elastic member 370, the anti-loosening member 371 and the sealing member 372, and the buffer member ( 391) may be included.
  • the third support part 380 may provide pressure to the key switch 423.
  • the third support part 380 may have a portion corresponding to the key switch 423 protruding in order to contact the key switch 423.
  • the key switch 423 may receive pressure through the third support part 380.
  • the third support 380 is In contact with the key switch 423 disposed on the surface 420d, pressure may be provided to the key switch 423.
  • the distance that the circuit board 420 can move in the fourth direction D4 may be limited by the third support part 380.
  • the third support part 380 may be formed of various materials.
  • the third support part 380 may be formed of a conductive material.
  • it may be formed of at least one of stainless steel (SUS), titanium (TI), and aluminum (AL).
  • the third support part 380 may be formed of a non-conductive material.
  • the third support 380 may be formed of at least one of polystyrene, polyethylene, and polypropylene.
  • some of the third support portions 380 may be formed of a conductive material, and other portions may be formed of a non-conductive material.
  • the fourth support part 390 may couple the key assembly 300 to the housing 201.
  • the fourth support part 390 may be fixed to the housing 201 through various coupling methods including at least one of screws, screws, and rivets.
  • the third support part 380 may be fixed to the fourth support part 390 through various coupling methods including at least one of screws, screws, and rivets.
  • the fourth support part 390 may be formed of various materials having rigidity capable of coupling the key assembly 300 to the housing 201.
  • the fourth support part 390 may be formed of at least one of stainless steel (SUS), titanium (TI), and aluminum (AL).
  • the fourth support part 390 may be formed in various shapes to fix the key assembly 300.
  • the fourth support 390 may include a seventh portion 390a for coupling with the third support 380 and at least one eighth portion 390b for coupling with the housing 201. have.
  • the seventh part 390a may be formed in a plate shape facing the third support part 380 for stable support of the third support part 380.
  • the eighth portion 390b is formed to extend from the seventh portion 390a, and may be formed in a curved shape to increase a contact area with the housing 201.
  • the fourth support part 390 may guide the movement of the circuit board 420.
  • the eighth portion 390b of the fourth support part 390 may include at least one buffer member 391 contactable with the circuit board 420.
  • At least one buffer member 391 may be formed on the eighth portion 390b of the fourth support part 390. According to an embodiment, at least one buffer member 391 may be formed in an eighth portion that can contact the metal plate 422. According to another embodiment, the at least one buffer member 391 may be formed on the eighth portion 390b that can contact the fourth surface 420d of the circuit board 420.
  • the buffer member 391 may provide an elastic force in the third direction D3 with respect to the movement of the circuit board 420 in the fourth direction D4.
  • the buffer member 391 may reduce vibration of the circuit board 420.
  • the buffer member 391 may be formed of various materials as long as it can guide the movement of the circuit board 420.
  • the buffer member 391 may be at least one of a foam, a sponge, and a spring.
  • FIG. 12 is a block diagram illustrating an operation of an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 200 of FIG. 4) according to various embodiments disclosed in this document.
  • an electronic device eg, the electronic device 200 of FIG. 4
  • the processor 500 determines the user's biometric information based on an electrical signal generated from the user's body acquired from the first conductive member 310 and at least one second conductive member 311. can do.
  • the processor 500 may detect the user's electrocardiogram based on the voltage measured through the first conductive member 310 and the second conductive member 311.
  • the processor 500 may display information reflecting the sensed user's biometric information on a display (eg, the display device 202 of FIG. 3 ).
  • the first conductive member 310 may be disposed on a side of a housing (eg, the housing 201 of FIG. 3 ).
  • a housing eg, the housing 201 of FIG. 3
  • the electrical signal generated from the user's body obtained from the first conductive member 310 is transmitted through the circuit board 320 to the processor 500 ) Can be provided.
  • the second conductive member 311 is an electronic device that can contact the user's body (eg, the left wrist), such as a sensor module (eg, the sensor module 111 of FIG. 2) (eg, the electronic device 100 of FIG. 2) It may be disposed on the rear surface (eg, the rear surface 110B of FIG. 2 ).
  • the electrical signal generated by the user's body acquired from the second conductive member 311 may be provided to the processor 500 through the circuit board 320.
  • the electrical signal generated by the user's body acquired by the first conductive member 310 is in a different direction than the electrical signal generated by the user's body acquired by the second conductive member 311 (eg:
  • the first conductive member 310 may be formed of a right finger and the second conductive member 311 may be formed of a left wrist.
  • the flow of electrical signals May be formed to pass a portion close to the heart on the user's body.
  • the accuracy of the biometric information determined by the processor 500 is determined by whether the first conductive member 310 and the second conductive member 311 are both disposed on the side surface of the housing 201 or the first conductive member 310 2
  • the accuracy of biometric information may be higher when all the conductive members 311 are disposed on the rear surface of the housing.
  • the processor 500 executes, for example, software (eg, a program) to execute at least one of an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 100 of FIG. 2) connected to the processor 500.
  • Other components eg, hardware or software components
  • the processor 500 loads an instruction or data received from another component (eg, a key switch 323) into a volatile memory, and a command stored in the volatile memory.
  • another component eg, a key switch 323
  • a command stored in the volatile memory e.g, it can process the data and store the resulting data in a nonvolatile memory.
  • the processor 500 includes a main processor (eg, a central processing unit or an application processor), and a secondary processor (eg, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or Communication processor).
  • a main processor eg, a central processing unit or an application processor
  • a secondary processor eg, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or Communication processor.
  • the co-processor may be configured to use lower power than the main processor, or to be specialized for a designated function.
  • the coprocessor may be implemented separately from the main processor or as part of it.
  • an electronic device eg, the electronic devices 100 and 200 of FIGS. 1 to 4 is in a first direction (eg, the first direction D1 of FIG. 3 or 4 ).
  • a second face facing a first surface eg, front surface 110A of FIG. 1 or 4) and a second direction facing the second direction (eg, second direction D2 of FIG. 3 or 4)
  • a surface e.g., the rear surface 110B of FIG. 2) and at least partially surrounding the space between the first surface and the second surface, and a third direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction or the second direction
  • a side member including at least one through hole (eg, through hole 215 of FIGS.
  • FIGS. 5 and 9 formed in a direction (eg, the third direction D3 of FIG. 5, 6, 9, or 10) (Example: the side member 211a of FIGS. 3 and 4) including a housing (eg, the housing 201 of FIGS. 3 to 7 and 9 to 11), and a metal plate (eg, FIGS. 5 to 5) 8 or a third surface (for example, the third surface 320c of FIG. 6) on which the metal plates 322 and 422 of FIGS. 9 to 11 are disposed and the third surface 320c are located in the opposite direction, and a key switch (E.g., the key switches 323 and 423 of FIGS.
  • a key switch E.g., the key switches 323 and 423 of FIGS.
  • One circuit board e.g., circuit boards 320 and 420 of FIGS. 5 to 12
  • a first end exposed to the outside of the housing through the through hole e.g., the first end of FIG. 5 or 9 ( 310a)
  • a second end disposed inside the housing and facing the metal plate for example, the second end 310b of FIG. 5 or 9
  • a first conductive member to be connected for example, the first conductive member 310 of FIGS.
  • a processor for sensing biometric information of a user through the at least one second conductive member.
  • the circuit board includes a third part (for example, the third part 320a of FIG. 6) that is movable based on the pressure provided from the first conductive member and is coupled to the inside of the housing.
  • a fourth portion eg, the fourth portion 320b of FIG. 6) may be included, and the metal plate and the key switch may be disposed on the third portion.
  • the fourth portion 320b is an adhesive member for coupling the circuit board and the housing (eg, adhesive members 324 and 424 of FIGS. 5 to 7 or 9 to 11 ). ), and the third surface 320c and the fifth surface (eg, the fifth surface 320e of FIG. 6) of the circuit board on which the adhesive member is disposed may be disposed in a substantially vertical direction. .
  • the first conductive member may be formed of at least one of stainless steel (SUS), titanium (TI), and aluminum (AL).
  • SUS stainless steel
  • TI titanium
  • AL aluminum
  • a cross-sectional area of the first end perpendicular to an axial direction of the through hole may be larger than a cross-sectional area of the second end perpendicular to an axial direction of the through hole.
  • the electronic device includes an injection unit (eg, injection unit 350 of FIGS. 5 to 11) disposed between the first end and the third surface and surrounding the second end. It may contain more.
  • injection unit eg, injection unit 350 of FIGS. 5 to 11
  • the injection unit may be formed of a non-conductive material to prevent electrical connection between the housing and the second end.
  • the first conductive member includes a binding groove (for example, a binding groove 310c of FIG. 5 or 9) formed on an outer circumferential surface of the second end, and the electronic device is in the binding groove.
  • a binding member eg, a binding member 360 of FIGS. 5, 7, 9, or 11 for preventing separation of the first conductive member may be further included.
  • the first part includes a first protrusion (eg, the first protrusion 331 of FIG. 6 or 7) for contacting the key switch, and the at least one second part Is formed extending from the first portion in the third direction, and the at least one second portion is a second protrusion (eg, in FIG. 7) for limiting movement of the circuit board in the third direction. It may include a second protrusion 332).
  • the electronic device is disposed between the first end and the third surface, and is an elastic member for providing an elastic force in the third direction to the first conductive member (eg, FIG. 5 or The elastic member 370 of FIG. 9 may be further included.
  • the second end is in contact with the metal plate, and the key switch is in a fourth direction opposite to the third direction (eg, a fourth direction of FIG. 5, 6, 9, or 10).
  • the key switch is in a fourth direction opposite to the third direction (eg, a fourth direction of FIG. 5, 6, 9, or 10).
  • the first support may be contacted.
  • the electronic device is coupled to the elastic member, and a sealing member (e.g., FIGS. 5 and 6) for preventing an external substance from flowing into the housing through the through hole.
  • a sealing member e.g., FIGS. 5 and 6
  • the sealing member 372 of FIG. 9 or 10 may be further included.
  • the electronic device in order to couple the first support to the housing, includes a second support (eg, the second support of FIGS. 5 to 8) disposed in the housing and coupled to the first support.
  • a support part 340 may be further included.
  • the electronic device is connected to at least a portion of the housing and a binding member configured to detach the housing to a part of the user's body (for example, the binding members 150 and 160 of FIGS. 1 to 2)
  • Electronic device further comprising a.
  • a biometric information signal path generated based on a user's input to the first conductive member and a key input signal path generated based on a pressure applied to the key switch may be separately formed.
  • the processor may determine the biometric information of the user based on the voltage measured through the first conductive member and the at least one second conductive member, and the biometric information of the user is It may be an electrocardiogram.
  • the electronic device includes a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and between the first surface and the second surface.
  • a housing including a side member including at least one through hole formed in a third direction D3 that at least partially surrounds the space of the first direction or a direction substantially perpendicular to the second direction, and a metal plate
  • a circuit board including a third surface on which is disposed and a fourth surface 320d on which a key switch is disposed, and at least a part of a flexible circuit board disposed in a direction opposite to the third surface, and an exterior of the housing through the through hole
  • a first conductive member comprising a first end exposed to and a second end disposed inside the housing and facing the metal plate, and electrically connected to the circuit board through the metal plate, and on the second surface
  • At least one second conductive member disposed, a third support portion facing the key switch and providing pressure to the key switch (for example, the third support portion 380 of FIGS.
  • a fourth support unit eg, the fourth support member of FIGS. 9 to 11
  • a fourth support unit including at least one buffer member (eg, the buffer member 391 of FIG. 9 or 11) for guiding the movement of the circuit board.
  • a processor for sensing biometric information of a user through the support part 390 and the first conductive member and the at least one second conductive member.
  • the cushioning member may include a foam, and the foam may absorb an impact of movement of the circuit board in a fourth direction opposite to the third direction.
  • the key assembly (eg, the key assembly 300 of FIG. 8) is located on a third surface on which a metal plate is disposed and a direction opposite to the third surface, and A conductive circuit board including four sides and at least partially flexible, including a first end exposed to the outside and a second end facing the metal plate, and electrically connected to the circuit board through the metal plate A first portion and the first portion disposed between the member and the first end and the third surface, facing the key switch and the ejection portion surrounding the second end, and for providing pressure to the key switch A first support portion extending from and including at least one second portion for guiding the movement of the circuit board, and a second support portion including a protrusion portion for fixing the key assembly and coupled to the first support portion. have.
  • the circuit board includes a third portion movable between the first portion and the second portion based on a pressure provided from the conductive member, and the metal plate and the key switch It may be disposed on the third part.

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Dispositif électronique selon divers modes de réalisation de la présente invention pouvant comprendre : un boîtier qui comprend une première surface faisant face à une première direction, une deuxième surface faisant face à une deuxième direction opposée à la première direction, et un élément latéral entourant au moins partiellement un espace entre la première surface et la deuxième surface, et comprenant au moins un trou traversant formé dans une troisième direction sensiblement perpendiculaire à la première direction ou à la deuxième direction ; une carte de circuit imprimé qui est au moins partiellement flexible et comprend une troisième surface sur laquelle une plaque métallique est disposée et une quatrième surface située dans une direction opposée à la troisième surface et sur laquelle un commutateur de touche est disposé ; un premier élément conducteur qui comprend une première extrémité exposée à l'extérieur du boîtier à travers le trou traversant et une seconde extrémité disposée à l'intérieur du boîtier et faisant face à la plaque métallique, et qui est électriquement connecté à la carte de circuit imprimé à travers la plaque métallique ; au moins un second élément conducteur qui est disposé sur la deuxième surface ; une première partie de support qui comprend une première partie, qui fait face au commutateur de touche, pour fournir une pression au commutateur de touche, et au moins une seconde partie s'étendant à partir de la première partie et guidant le mouvement de la carte de circuit imprimé ; et un processeur pour détecter des informations biométriques d'un utilisateur à travers le premier élément conducteur et l'au moins un second élément conducteur.
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