WO2023068753A1

WO2023068753A1 - Strap and electronic device comprising same

Info

Publication number: WO2023068753A1
Application number: PCT/KR2022/015853
Authority: WO
Inventors: 심민호; 최명준; 김성구
Original assignee: 삼성전자 주식회사
Priority date: 2021-10-18
Filing date: 2022-10-18
Publication date: 2023-04-27
Also published as: KR20230055236A

Abstract

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may comprise: a first housing; a second housing configured to rotate about a folding axis with respect to the first housing; at least one hinge structure for providing the folding axis and disposed between the first housing and the second housing to rotatably couple the first housing and the second housing to each other; a strap at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device and having a variable area which is to be exposed to the outside of the electronic device; and a strap fixing part for fixing the strap to the inside of the electronic device, wherein the strap fixing part includes a first fixing part located at one end of the strap and attachable to or detachable from the first housing, and a second fixing part located at the other end of the strap and attachable to or detachable from the second housing.

Description

Strap and electronic device including the same

Various embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a strap and an electronic device including the same.

Electronic devices include devices that perform specific functions according to loaded programs, such as home appliances, electronic notebooks, portable multimedia players, mobile communication terminals, tablet PCs, video/audio devices, desktop/laptop computers, and car navigation systems. can mean For example, these electronic devices may output stored information as sound or image. As the degree of integration of electronic devices increases and ultra-high-speed, large-capacity wireless communication becomes common, recently, a single electronic device such as a mobile communication terminal may be equipped with various functions. For example, not only communication functions, but also 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 wallets are integrated into one electronic device. There is. These electronic devices are miniaturized so that users can conveniently carry them.

As the mobile communication service extends to the multimedia service area, users can use multimedia services as well as voice calls and short messages through electronic devices. In order for users to use multimedia services without any inconvenience, electronic devices are increasingly being equipped with display panels having a wide size. In addition, recently, a foldable electronic device in which a flexible display panel is disposed has been disclosed.

In general, a separate handle structure is not built into a foldable electronic device. Due to this, when using with one hand, the electronic device may fall and be damaged. In addition, when using an electronic device with one hand, it is not stable, and in the case of a laptop computer, it is inconvenient to carry because it is large or thick. In order to use the handle, the user must separately purchase a case with an accessory-type strap attached.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, by directly fixing the strap inside the electronic device and adjusting the distance between at least a portion of the strap and the hinge structure, the user can put his hand between the strap and the hinge structure without a separate case, Electronic devices can be used with one hand.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a first housing; a second housing configured to unfold at a predetermined angle with respect to the first housing and to rotate about a folding axis; at least one hinge structure that provides the folding axis and is disposed between the first housing and the second housing to rotatably couple the first housing and the second housing; a strap at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device according to the designated angle and having a variable area exposed to the outside of the electronic device; and a strap fixing part for fixing the strap inside the electronic device, wherein the strap fixing part includes a first hook part located at one end of the strap and detachable from the first housing; It may include a second hook located at the other end of the strap and detachable from the second housing.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a first housing; a second housing configured to unfold at a predetermined angle with respect to the first housing and to rotate about a folding axis; at least one hinge structure that provides the folding axis and is disposed between the first housing and the second housing to rotatably couple the first housing and the second housing; a strap at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device according to the designated angle and having a variable area exposed to the outside of the electronic device; and a strap shaping unit spaced apart from the hinge structure and guiding a varying degree of the strap, wherein the strap may have a different shape or use depending on a folding angle.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the strap is directly fixed inside the electronic device, so that the user can use the electronic device with one hand by inserting a hand between the strap and the hinge structure without a separate case.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, at least a portion of the strap may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device according to a folding angle, and an area exposed to the outside of the electronic device may vary. In addition, the shape or use of the strap exposed according to the folding angle may be different. Accordingly, the user can adjust the folding angle according to the purpose of use and use the strap for a desired purpose.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, when the foldable electronic device is in a folded state, the strap area located outside the electronic device and the hinge structure may be spaced apart enough to be easily inserted by a finger. Accordingly, the electronic device (eg, a mobile phone or a laptop computer) can be easily carried even in a folded state.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, when the electronic device is in an unfolded state, among strap areas located outside the electronic device, portions in contact with the first housing or the second housing may be adjacent to each other, and the central portion of the strap may be in a swollen shape. . Accordingly, when using the hand or wrist in the space formed by the strap, it may be easy to use the electronic device while moving it with one hand.

Effects obtainable in the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned may 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.

2 is a front view, a side view, and a rear view of an electronic device in an unfolded state, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

3 is a front view, a side view, and a rear view of an electronic device in a folded state, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

5 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an electronic device in a folded state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

6 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an electronic device in an unfolded state, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

7a is a view showing a coupled state of a strap and a strap fixing unit according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Figure 7b is a perspective view illustrating a state in which a strap and a strap fixing unit are coupled, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Figure 7c is a side view showing a state in which a strap and a strap fixing unit are coupled, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

8 is a front view showing regions of a strap divided according to whether or not exposed to the outside of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

9 is a cross-sectional perspective view illustrating a state in which a strap and a strap fixing unit are attached to an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

10 is an exploded perspective view of a strap fixing unit according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

11 is a perspective view of a strap fixing unit according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

12 is a cross-sectional view simultaneously showing a folded state and an unfolded state of an electronic device including a strap, centered on a hinge structure, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

13A is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a strap when a folding angle is 0° according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

13B is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a strap when a folding angle is 45° according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

13C is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a strap when a folding angle is 90° according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

13D is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a strap when a folding angle is 135° according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

13E is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a strap when a folding angle is 180° according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

According to an embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 through the server 108 connected to the second network 199 . Each of the external

electronic devices

102 or 104 may be the same as or different from the electronic device 101 . According to an embodiment, all or part of operations executed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more external devices among the external

electronic devices

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

Electronic devices according to various embodiments disclosed in this document 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. An electronic device according to an embodiment of the present document is not limited to the aforementioned devices.

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

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

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

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

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

2 is a front view, a side view, and a rear view of the electronic device 101 in an unfolded state, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 3 is a front view, a side view, and a rear view of the electronic device 101 in a folded state, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

2 and 3 , the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment includes a first housing 210, a second housing 220, a first housing 210 and a second housing 220. A flexible or foldable display 230 (hereinafter referred to as "display 230") (e.g., display module 160 in FIG. 1), and a strap 260 disposed in the space provided can include

According to an embodiment, the surface on which the display 230 is disposed may be defined as the front surface of the electronic device 101 . The front surface of the electronic device 101 may be formed by a front plate (eg, a glass plate or a polymer plate including various coating layers) that is substantially transparent at least in part. Also, a surface opposite to the front surface may be defined as a rear surface of the electronic device 101 . The rear surface of the electronic device 101 may be formed by a substantially opaque rear plate (hereinafter referred to as 'rear cover'). The back cover may be formed of, 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 foregoing materials. . Also, a side surface of the electronic device 101 may be defined as a surface surrounding a space between the front and rear surfaces. The side surface may be formed by a side bezel structure (or “side member”) that is combined with the front plate and the rear cover and includes metal and/or polymer. In some embodiments, the back cover and side bezel structures may be integrally formed and include the same material (eg, a metal material such as aluminum).

The electronic device 101 includes a display 230,

audio modules

241, 243, and 245, a sensor module 255, a camera module 253,

key input devices

211, 212, and 213, and a connector hole 214. It may include at least one or more of them. According to an embodiment, the electronic device 101 may omit at least one of the components (eg, the

key input devices

211, 212, and 213) or additionally include another component (eg, a light emitting device). there is.

According to various embodiments, the display 230 may be a display in which at least a partial area may be deformed into a flat or curved surface. According to an embodiment, the display 230 has a folding area 231c and a first area 231a disposed on one side (eg, an upper side of the folding area 231c shown in FIG. 2) based on the folding area 231c. ) and a second region 231b disposed on the other side (eg, below the folding region 231c shown in FIG. 2 ). However, the division of regions of the display 230 shown in FIG. 2 is exemplary, and the display 230 may be divided into a plurality of (eg, four or more or two) regions according to a structure or function. For example, in the embodiment shown in FIG. 2 , the area of the display 230 may be divided by the folding area 231c or the folding axis A, but in another embodiment, the display 230 may have another folding area ( 231c) or another folding axis (eg, a folding axis perpendicular to the folding axis A), the area may be divided.

According to various embodiments, the

audio modules

241 , 243 , and 245 may include a microphone hole 241 and speaker holes 243 and 245 . A microphone for acquiring external sound may be disposed inside the microphone hole 241, and in some embodiments, a plurality of microphones may be disposed to detect the direction of sound. The speaker holes 243 and 245 may include an external speaker hole 243 and a receiver hole 245 for communication. In some embodiments, the speaker holes 243 and 245 and the microphone hole 241 may be implemented as one hole, or a speaker may be included without the speaker holes 243 and 245 (eg, a piezo speaker). The position and number of the microphone hole 241 and the speaker holes 243 and 245 may be variously modified according to embodiments.

According to various embodiments, the camera module 253 includes the first camera device 251 disposed on the first surface 210a of the first housing 210 of the electronic device 101 and the second surface 210b. It may include a second camera device 253 disposed on. In addition, the electronic device 101 may further include a flash (not shown). The

camera devices

251 and 253 may include one or a plurality of lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor. The flash (not shown) may include, for example, a light emitting diode or a xenon lamp.

According to various embodiments, the sensor module 255 may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device 101 or an external environmental state. Although not shown in the drawing, the electronic device 101 includes other sensor modules (eg, the sensor module 176 of FIG. 1) other than the sensor module 255 provided on the second surface 210b of the first housing 210. may additionally or alternatively include. The electronic device 101 is a sensor module, for example, a proximity sensor, a fingerprint sensor, an HRM sensor, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, It may include at least one of a biological sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

According to various embodiments, the

key input devices

211 , 212 , and 213 may be disposed on a side surface of a foldable housing (eg, the first housing 210 or the second housing 220 ). In another embodiment, the electronic device 101 may not include some or all of the above-mentioned

key input devices

211, 212, and 213, and the key input devices not included include soft keys and the like on the display 230. It can be implemented in different forms. In some embodiments, a key input device may be configured such that key input is implemented by a sensor module (eg, a gesture sensor).

According to various embodiments, the connector hole 214 accommodates a connector (eg, a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and/or data to and from an external electronic device, or additionally or alternatively, an external electronic device and an audio device. It may be configured to accept a connector for transmitting and receiving signals.

According to various embodiments, the first housing 210, the second housing 220, the first rear cover 240, the second rear cover 250, and a hinge module (eg, the hinge structure 340 of FIG. 4 to be described later) )), the foldable housing can be implemented. The foldable housing of the electronic device 101 is not limited to the shape and combination shown in FIG. 2 , and may be implemented by other shapes or combinations and/or combinations of parts. For example, in another embodiment, the first housing 210 and the first rear cover 240 may be integrally formed, and the second housing 220 and the second rear cover 250 may be integrally formed. can According to various embodiments disclosed in this document, 'housing' may refer to a combination and/or combined configuration of various other parts not mentioned. For example, the first area 231a of the display 230 may be described as forming one surface of the first housing 210, and in another embodiment, the first area 231a of the display 230 It can be described as being disposed or attached to one surface of the first housing 210 .

According to various embodiments, the first housing 210 is connected to a hinge structure (eg, the hinge structure 340 of FIG. 4 to be described later), and has a first surface 210a facing in a first direction, and a first direction It may include a second surface (210b) directed in a second direction opposite to . The second housing 220 is connected to a hinge structure (eg, the hinge structure 340 of FIG. 4 to be described later) and has a third surface 220a facing in a third direction, and a fourth opposite to the third direction. It includes a fourth surface 220b facing in the direction, and can rotate or rotate with respect to the first housing 210 around the hinge structure (or folding axis A).

According to various embodiments, the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 are disposed on both sides (or upper/lower sides) around the folding axis A, and are generally symmetrical with respect to the folding axis A. can have a shape. The first housing 210 and the second housing 220 determine whether the state of the electronic device 101 is in an unfolded state, a folded state, or an intermediate state in which the electronic device 101 is partially unfolded (or partially folded). status), the angle or distance they form may vary. According to one embodiment, unlike the second housing 220, the first housing 210 additionally includes various sensors, but may have a mutually symmetrical shape in other areas.

According to various embodiments, at least a portion of the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 may be formed of a metal material or a non-metal material having rigidity of a size selected to support the display 230 . At least a portion formed of the metal material may be provided as a ground plane or a radiating conductor of the electronic device 101, and when provided as a ground plane, a printed circuit board (e.g., the printed circuit board of FIG. 4) (330)) can be electrically connected to the ground line (ground line) formed.

According to various embodiments, the first rear cover 240 is disposed on one side (eg, upper side in FIG. 2 ) of the folding axis A on the rear surface of the electronic device 101, and has a substantially rectangular shape, for example. It may have a periphery, and the periphery may be wrapped by the first housing 210 (and/or the side bezel structure). Similarly, the second rear cover 250 is disposed on the other side of the folding axis A on the rear side of the electronic device 101 (eg, the lower side in FIG. 2), and the second housing 220 (and/or The edge may be wrapped by the side bezel structure).

According to various embodiments, the first rear cover 240 and the second rear cover 250 may have substantially symmetrical shapes around the folding axis A. However, the first rear cover 240 and the second rear cover 250 do not necessarily have symmetrical shapes, and in another embodiment, the electronic device 101 includes various shapes of the first rear cover 240 and A second rear cover 250 may be included. In another embodiment, the first rear cover 240 may be integrally formed with the first housing 210 , and the second rear cover 250 may be integrally formed with the second housing 220 .

According to various embodiments, the first rear cover 240 , the second rear cover 250 , the first housing 210 , and the second housing 220 are various parts of the electronic device 101 (eg, FIG. A space in which the printed circuit board 330 of 4 or the

batteries

333 and 334 can be disposed may be formed. According to an embodiment, one or more components may be disposed or visually exposed on the rear surface of the electronic device 101 . For example, at least a portion of the sub display 239 may be visually exposed through the first rear cover 240 . In another embodiment, one or more components or sensors may be visually exposed through the first rear cover 240 . In various embodiments, the component or sensor may include a proximity sensor, a rear camera, and/or a flash. In addition, although not separately shown in the drawing, one or more parts or sensors may be visually exposed through the second rear cover 250 .

According to various embodiments, a front camera 251 visually exposed to the front of the electronic device 101 through one or more openings or a rear camera 253 visually exposed through the first rear cover 240 may include one or a plurality of lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor. The flash (not shown) may include, for example, a light emitting diode or a xenon lamp. In some embodiments, two or more lenses (infrared camera, wide-angle and telephoto lenses) and image sensors may be disposed on one side of electronic device 101 .

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 may change to a display folded state or an unfolded display state. For example, the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 between a folded state facing each other and a state unfolded by a specified angle from the folded state (eg, a state shown in FIG. 2, a terminal unfolded state) can rotate against each other.

In FIG. 2, a state in which the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 are unfolded to form an angle of approximately 180° is illustrated, and in a folded state, for example, the first area of the display 230 in the first state. 231a and the second region 231b are positioned to face each other, and the folding region 231c may be deformed into a curved shape.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 may perform 'in-folding', in which the first area 231a and the second area 231b are folded to face each other, and the first area 231a and the second area 231a. The second area 231b may be implemented in two ways of 'out-folding' in which the second region 231b is folded to face opposite directions. For example, the first region 231a and the second region 231b may be substantially concealed in a folded state in an in-folding manner, and in a fully unfolded state, the first region 231a ) and the second region 231b may be disposed to face substantially the same direction. Also, for example, in a folded state in an out-folding manner, the first region 231a and the second region 231b are disposed facing in opposite directions and exposed to the outside, and in a fully unfolded state, the first region 231a and the second region 231b may be disposed to face substantially the same direction.

According to various embodiments, the display 230 may include a display panel (not shown) and a window member (not shown), and may be formed of a flexible material. Although not separately shown, the display 230 or the display panel may include a light emitting layer, a substrate(s) encapsulating the light emitting layer, an electrode or wiring layer, and/or various adhesive layer(s) bonding adjacent different layers. The inclusion of layer(s) will be easily understood by those skilled in the art. When the display 230 (eg, the folding area 231c) is deformed into a flat shape or a curved shape, relative displacement may occur between layers constituting the display 230 . The relative displacement according to the deformation of the display 203 may increase as the distance from the folding axis A and/or the thickness of the display 230 increases.

According to various embodiments, a window member, eg, a thin film plate, may serve as a protective film for protecting the display panel. As a protective film, the thin plate protects the display panel from external impact, is resistant to scratches, and can use a material that reduces wrinkles in the folding area 231c even in repeated folding and unfolding operations of the

housings

210 and 220. there is. For example, the material of the thin film plate may include clear polyimide (CPI) or ultra thin glass (UTG).

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 includes a protective member 206(s) disposed on at least a part of an edge of the display 230 on the front side (eg, the first side 210a or the third side 220a). Alternatively, decorative covers 219 and 229(s) may be further included. The protective member 206 or the

decorative covers

219 and 229 may prevent at least a portion of the edge of the display 230 from contacting a mechanical structure (eg, the first housing 210 or the second housing 220). In addition, a decorative effect may be provided in the appearance of the electronic device 101 .

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 may include a strap 260 at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 and having a variable area exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 . The configuration of the strap 260 will be described in more detail with reference to FIGS. 5 to 13d.

4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device 101 (eg, the electronic device 101 of FIG. 2 ) according to various embodiments disclosed herein.

Referring to FIG. 4 , in various embodiments, the electronic device 101 includes a display 310 (eg, the display 230 of FIG. 2 ), a foldable housing 320 (eg, the first housing of FIG. 2 ( 210) and the second housing 220), the printed circuit board 330, the hinge structure 340, the flexible connection member 350, the hinge cover 360, the antenna module 370, the rear cover 380, and A strap 390 (eg, strap 260 of FIG. 3 ) may be included. In one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include at least one protective member 306 and/or at least one

decorative cover

319 or 329, and the protective member 306 and/or decorative cover 319 , 329) may be disposed adjacent to at least a portion of the circumference of the display 310 (eg, the display 230 of FIG. 2 ). The display 310, the foldable housing 320, and the strap 390 of FIG. 4 correspond to the display 230, the first housing 210, the second housing 220, and the strap 260 of FIGS. 2 and 3. ) may be partially or entirely the same as the composition of

According to various embodiments, the display 310 may be visually exposed through a significant portion of the front surface of the electronic device 101 . In some embodiments, the shape of the display 310 may be substantially the same as the outer shape of the front surface of the electronic device 101 .

In FIG. 4 , 'Y' may mean a longitudinal direction of the electronic device 101 in an unfolded state. In addition, in one embodiment of the present invention, '+Y' means an upward direction of the electronic device 101 around the folding axis A of the electronic device 101, and '-Y' means the electronic device 101 ) may mean a downward direction of the electronic device 101 around the folding axis A.

According to various embodiments, the foldable housing 320 of the electronic device 101 may include a first housing 321 and a second housing 322 . According to one embodiment, the first housing 321 includes a first surface 321a and a second surface 321b facing in the opposite direction to the first surface 321a, and the second housing 322 has a third It may include a surface 322a and a fourth surface 322b facing in an opposite direction to the third surface 322a. The electronic device 101 or the

foldable housings

321 and 322 may additionally or alternatively include a bracket assembly 325 . The bracket assembly 325 may include a first bracket assembly 323 disposed on the first housing 321 and a second bracket assembly 324 disposed on the second housing 322 . At least a portion of the bracket assembly 325, for example, at least a portion of the first bracket assembly 323 and at least a portion of the second bracket assembly 324 may serve as a plate for supporting the hinge structure 340. .

According to various embodiments, various electrical devices may be disposed on the printed circuit board 330 . For example, printed circuit board 330 may include a processor (eg, processor 120 of FIG. 1 ), a memory (eg, memory 130 of FIG. 1 ), and/or an interface (eg, interface 177 of FIG. 1 ). )) can be fitted. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. Memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. The interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and/or an audio interface. The interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device 101 to an external electronic device, and may include a USB connector, an SD card/MMC connector, or an audio connector.

According to various embodiments, the printed circuit board 330 includes a first printed circuit board 331 disposed on the side of the first bracket assembly 323 and a second printed circuit board disposed on the side of the second bracket assembly 324 ( 332) may be included. The first printed circuit board 331 and the second printed circuit board 332 include

foldable housings

321 and 322, a bracket assembly 325, a first rear cover 381 and/or a second rear cover 382. ) can be placed inside the space formed by Components for implementing various functions of the electronic device 101 may be separately disposed on the first printed circuit board 331 and the second printed circuit board 332 . For example, a processor may be disposed on the first printed circuit board 331 and an audio interface may be disposed on the second printed circuit board 332 .

According to various embodiments,

batteries

333 and 334 for supplying power to the electronic device 101 may be disposed adjacent to the printed circuit board 330 . At least some of the

batteries

333 and 334 may be disposed on a substantially coplanar surface with the printed circuit board 330 , for example. According to an embodiment, the first battery 333 may be disposed adjacent to the first printed circuit board 331 and the second battery 334 may be disposed adjacent to the second printed circuit board 332 . The

batteries

333 and 334 are devices for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device 101, and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. can The

batteries

333 and 334 may be integrally disposed inside the

foldable housings

321 and 322 or may be disposed detachably from the

foldable housings

321 and 322 .

According to various embodiments, the hinge structure 340 provides a folding axis (eg, the folding axis A of FIG. 2 ) and enables the

foldable housings

321 and 322 and/or the bracket assembly 325 to rotate. It may be configured to connect or couple. The hinge structure 340 may include a first hinge structure 341 disposed on the first printed circuit board 331 side and a second hinge structure 342 disposed on the second printed circuit board 332 side. . The hinge structure 340 may be disposed between the first printed circuit board 331 and the second printed circuit board 332 . According to one embodiment, the hinge structure 340 may be substantially integral with at least a portion of the first bracket assembly 323 and at least a portion of the second bracket assembly 324 .

According to various embodiments, the 'housing structure' includes

foldable housings

321 and 322, and at least one component disposed inside the

foldable housings

321 and 322 is assembled and/or combined. can refer to what has been The housing structure may include a first housing structure and a second housing structure. For example, at least one of the first housing 321, the first bracket assembly 323 disposed inside the first housing 321, the first printed circuit board 331, and the first battery 333 The assembly including the components may be referred to as a 'first housing structure'. As another example, at least one of the second housing 322, the second bracket assembly 324 disposed inside the second housing 322, the second printed circuit board 332, and the second battery 334 The assembled configuration including the housing may be referred to as a 'second housing structure'. However, it should be noted that the 'first housing structure and the second housing structure' are not limited to the addition of the above-described components, and various other components may be additionally included or omitted.

According to various embodiments, the flexible connection member 350 may be, for example, a flexible printed circuit (FPCB). The flexible connection member 350 may connect various electrical elements disposed on the first printed circuit board 331 and the second printed circuit board 332 . To this end, the flexible connection member 350 may be disposed to cross the 'first housing structure' and the 'second housing structure'. According to one embodiment, the flexible connection member 350 may be disposed to cross at least a portion of the hinge structure 340 . According to one embodiment, the flexible connection member 350, for example, along a direction parallel to the y-axis of FIG. 4, across the hinge structure 340, the first printed circuit board 331 and the second printed circuit board (332). For another example, the flexible connection member 350 may extend or be disposed through the

openings

341h and 342h formed in the hinge structure 340 . At this time, one part (350a) of the flexible connection member 350 is disposed to span one side (eg, upper part) of the first hinge structure 341, and the other part (350b) of the flexible connection member 350 is the first hinge structure 341. 2 It may be arranged to span one side (eg, top) of the hinge structure 342 . Further, another portion 350c of the flexible connection member 350 may be disposed on the other side (eg, lower portion) of the first hinge structure 341 and the second hinge structure 342 . At positions adjacent to the first hinge structure 341 and the second hinge structure 342, at least a portion of the first hinge structure 341, NA at least a portion of the second hinge structure 342 and at least a portion of the hinge cover 360 A space surrounded by a part (hereinafter, referred to as 'wiring space') may be formed. According to an embodiment, at least a portion 350c of the flexible connection member 350 may be disposed within the wiring space.

According to various embodiments, the hinge cover 360 may have a configuration that accommodates or encloses at least a portion of the hinge structure 340 or the wiring space. In some embodiments, the hinge cover 360 forms a wiring space together with the hinge structure 340, and protects a component (eg, at least a portion 350c of the flexible connection member 350) disposed in the wiring space from external impact. can protect from According to one embodiment, the hinge cover 360 may be disposed between the first housing 321 and the second housing 322 . In the in-folding electronic device 101 , the hinge cover 360 may be at least partially covered by the

foldable housings

321 and 322 . For example, in a folded state, the hinge cover 360 is the rear surface of the first housing 321 (eg, the first rear cover 381) and the rear surface of the second housing 322 (eg, the second rear cover (eg, the second rear cover) 382)), it can be visually exposed to the external space, and in an unfolded state, it can be substantially accommodated inside the first housing 321 or the second housing 322 to be visually concealed.

According to various embodiments, the antenna module 370 (eg, the antenna module 197 of FIG. 1 ) may be disposed between the rear cover 380 and the

batteries

333 and 334 . According to one embodiment, the antenna module 370 may include a first antenna module 371 disposed on the side of the first housing 321 and a second antenna module 372 disposed on the side of the second housing 322. can The antenna module 370 includes, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and/or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna to perform short-range communication with an external device or to supply power required for charging. It can transmit and receive wirelessly. In another embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a part or a combination of the side bezel structure and/or bracket assembly of the

foldable housings

321 and 322 .

According to various embodiments, the rear cover 380 may include a first rear cover 381 and a second rear cover 382 . The rear cover 380 is combined with the

foldable housings

321 and 322, and the above-described components disposed in the foldable housings 321 and 322 (eg, the printed circuit board 330, the

batteries

333 and 334, The flexible connection member 350 and the antenna module 370 can be protected. As described above, the rear cover 380 may be substantially integrally formed with the

foldable housings

321 and 322 .

According to various embodiments, the protective member 306 and/or the decorative covers 319 and 329 (eg, the protective member 206 and/or the

decorative covers

219 and 229 of FIG. 2 ) may be disposed on the edge of the display 310. At least some of them can be protected. In one embodiment, the protective member 306 is disposed between the edge of the display 310 and the inner wall of the first housing 321 and/or between the edge of the display 310 and the inner wall of the second housing 322 to display the display It is possible to prevent direct contact between the edges of the 310 and the inner walls of the

foldable housings

321 and 322 . In another embodiment, the decorative cover 319 is disposed on at least one of the first housing 321 and the second housing 322 and may be disposed to cover a portion of an edge of the display 310 .

5 is a cross-sectional view illustrating the electronic device 101 in a folded state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 6 is a cross-sectional view showing the electronic device 101 in an unfolded state, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

5 and 6 , the electronic device 101 according to various embodiments includes a first housing 410, a second housing 420, a hinge structure 430, a strap 510, and a strap 510. ) to the inside of the electronic device 101, and a strap fixing unit 530 for guiding the degree of variation of the strap 510. The strap fixing part 520 may include a first fixing part 520a and a second fixing part 520b. The strap shaping part 530 may include a first shaping part 530a and a second shaping part 530b. The first housing 410, the second housing 420, and the hinge structure 430 of FIGS. 5 and 6 are the first housing 321, the second housing 322, and the hinge structure 340 of FIG. Some or all of the configurations may be the same.

According to various embodiments, an end of the strap 510 may be disposed and/or fixed inside the electronic device 101 . One end of the strap 510 is located inside the first housing 410 and the other end is located inside the second housing 420, and the strap 510 touches the surface of the electronic device 101 in a different direction from the folding axis. It can be placed across. For example, the strap 510 may be disposed to cross the surface of the electronic device 101 in a direction opposite to the folding axis. For example, the strap 510 may be disposed to cross the surface of the electronic device 101 in a direction perpendicular to the folding axis. According to various embodiments, one end of the strap 510 is coupled to the first fixing part 520a disposed inside the first housing 410, and the other end of the strap 510 is disposed inside the second housing 420. can be combined with the second fixing part 520b.

According to various embodiments, at least a portion of strap 510 may face hinge structure 430 . A distance between at least a portion of the strap 510 and the hinge structure 430 may be determined according to a folding angle of the electronic device 101 and/or a purpose of use. For example, at least a portion of the strap 510 and the hinge structure 430 may be spaced apart enough to fit a user's finger. For example, at least a portion of the strap 510 and the hinge structure 430 may be spaced apart enough to allow the user's wrist to enter. By directly fixing the strap 510 inside the electronic device 101 and adjusting the distance between at least a portion of the strap 510 and the hinge structure 430, the user can easily access the strap 510 and the hinge structure without a separate case. You can use the electronic device 101 with one hand by inserting your hand between 430 .

According to various embodiments, at least a portion of the strap 510 may be disposed between the hinge structure 430 and the strap shaping unit 530 . Accordingly, at least a portion of the strap 510 may be variable between the strap shaping portion 530 and the hinge structure 430 .

Figure 7a is a view showing a state in which the strap 510 and the strap fixing unit 520 are coupled according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 7b is a perspective view showing a state in which the strap 510 and the strap fixing part 520 are coupled according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 7c is a side view showing a state in which the strap 510 and the strap fixing part 520 are coupled according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 8 is a front view showing regions of the strap 510 divided according to whether or not exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Referring to FIGS. 7A, 7B, 7C, and 8 , the electronic device 101 according to various embodiments includes a strap 510 and a strap for fixing the strap 510 inside the electronic device 101. A fixing part 520 may be included. The strap fixing part 520 may include a first fixing part 520a and a second fixing part 520b. The strap 510 and the strap fixing part 520 of FIGS. 7A, 7B, 7C, and 8 are part or part of the strap 510 and the strap fixing part 520 of FIGS. 5 and 6 All can be the same.

Referring to FIG. 7B , 'X-axis direction' may mean the length direction of the strap 510 . 'Y-axis direction' may refer to the width direction of the strap 510 . The 'Z-axis direction' may refer to the thickness direction of the strap 510 .

According to various embodiments, strap 510 may be rectangular in shape. According to an embodiment, the length of the strap 510 in the X-axis direction is the size of the electronic device 101 and a length that allows the user's hand to fit between at least a portion of the strap 510 and the hinge structure 430. can be determined by measuring The length in the X-axis direction may be, for example, approximately 10 mm or more and 15 mm or less. The length in the X-axis direction may be, for example, approximately 11.3 mm. According to an embodiment, the length of the strap 510 in the Y-axis direction may be determined by measuring the size of the electronic device 101 and a length capable of supporting the weight of the electronic device 101 . The length in the Y-axis direction may be, for example, approximately 80 mm or more and 90 mm or less. The length in the Y-axis direction may be, for example, approximately 85.7 mm. According to an embodiment, the length of the strap 510 in the Z-axis direction is bent at an angle less than or equal to a right angle (90°) when the electronic device 101 is completely unfolded. At this time, the strap 510 ) may be the maximum thickness that is not pressed. The length in the Z-axis direction may be, for example, approximately 0.1 mm or more and 0.2 mm or less. The length in the Z-axis direction may be, for example, approximately 0.15 mm. However, the shape and size of the strap 510 is not limited to the above embodiment, and may be variously designed and changed depending on the arrangement or design of surrounding structures.

According to various embodiments, the strap 510 may include an elastic material having a property of being bent in a direction in which the force is received when a certain force is applied and returning to its original state when the force is released. The strap 510 may include, for example, a rubber material.

According to various embodiments, referring to FIG. 8 , at least a portion of the strap 510 is exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 according to a folding angle, and the strap 510 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 Area can be varied. According to various embodiments, the strap 510 includes a first area 511 located inside the electronic device 101, a second area 512 whose exposure area varies according to the folding angle of the electronic device 101, and a third region 513 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 . For example, when the strap 510 is most exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 according to the folding angle, the first area 511 is located inside the electronic device 101, and the second area 512 , and the third region 513 may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 . In this case, a space between at least a portion of the strap 510 and the hinge structure 430 may be wider.

According to another embodiment, when the strap 510 is minimally exposed according to the folding angle, the first region 511 and the second region 512 are located inside the electronic device 101, and the third region 513 may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 . As the area exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 varies, the shape of the exposed strap 510 may also be different. A detailed description of this will be given later.

According to an embodiment, when the length in the Y-axis direction is, for example, about 80 mm or more and about 90 mm or less, the length of the third region 513 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 is, for example, about 65 mm or more and about 75 mm or less. can be set to This may be a value obtained by measuring the extent to which a user's finger can fit between the strap 510 and the hinge structure 430 even when the strap 510 is minimally exposed. The length of the second region 512 may be set to, for example, approximately 5 mm or more and 10 mm or less. The length of the first region 511 located inside the electronic device 101 may be set to, for example, approximately 5 mm or more and 10 mm or less. However, the size of each area of the strap 510 is not limited to the above embodiment, and may be variously designed and changed depending on the size and purpose of the electronic device 101 .

9 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing a state in which a strap 510 and a strap fixing part 520 are attached to the electronic device 101 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 10 is an exploded perspective view of a strap fixing part 520 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 11 is a perspective view of a strap fixing part 520 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

9, 10, and 11 , an electronic device 101 according to various embodiments includes a first housing 410, a second housing 420, a hinge structure 430, a strap 510, A strap fixing part 520 for fixing the strap 510 inside the electronic device 101 and a strap shaping part 530 for guiding a variable degree of the strap 510 may be included. The strap fixing part 520 may include a first fixing part 520a and a second fixing part 520b. The strap shaping part 530 may include a first shaping part 530a and a second shaping part 530b. The first housing 410, the second housing 420, the hinge structure 430, the strap 510, the strap fixing part 520, and the strap shaping part 530 of FIGS. 9, 10, and 11 are Components and parts of the first housing 410, the second housing 420, the hinge structure 430, the strap 510, the strap fixing part 520, and the strap shaping part 530 of FIGS. 5 and 6 Or all may be the same.

In FIGS. 10 and 11 , 'X' may mean the length direction of the electronic device 101 . 'Y' may mean the width direction of the electronic device 101 . 'Z' may mean a thickness direction of the electronic device 101 . In one embodiment of the present invention, '+Y' may mean the right direction of the electronic device, and '-Y' may mean the left direction of the electronic device. Also, in one embodiment of the present invention, '+Z' may mean an upward direction of the electronic device, and '-Z' may mean a downward direction of the electronic device. According to various embodiments, referring to FIG. 9 , the strap fixing part 520 for fixing the strap 510 to the electronic device 101 includes a first fixing part 520a and a second fixing part 520b. can include The strap fixing part 520 may be disposed inside the electronic device 101 . The strap fixing part 520 may be disposed between the partition walls located at the bottom of the printed circuit board (eg, the printed circuit board 330 of FIG. 4 ). For example, the first fixing part 520a is between a partition wall located at the bottom of the printed circuit board (eg, the printed circuit board 331 of FIG. 4 ) disposed inside the first housing 410 of the electronic device 101. can be located in For example, the second fixing part 520b is between a partition wall located at the bottom of the printed circuit board (eg, the printed circuit board 332 of FIG. 4 ) disposed inside the second housing 420 of the electronic device 101. can be located in

According to various embodiments, referring to FIGS. 10 and 11 , strap fixing parts 520 (eg, first fixing parts 520a and second fixing parts 520b) are detachable from the electronic device 101. It may be a hook-spring structure for The strap fixing part 520 is a hook part 521 including hooks on both sides (eg, the first hook part 521a and the second hook part 521b), the hook part to provide elasticity to the hook part 521. The spring part 522 (eg, the first spring part 522a, the second spring part 522b) disposed between both hooks of the 521, and the support bracket part 523 for coupling with one end of the strap 510 ) (Example: first support bracket part 523a, second support bracket part 523b), bracket pin 524, hook groove 525, strap groove 526, bracket groove 527, hook pin ( 528), and a bracket cover portion 529 may be further included.

According to various embodiments, in order to attach the strap 510 to the electronic device 101, hook portions on both sides of the hook portion 521 (eg, the first hook portion 521a and the second hook portion 521b) The strap fixing part 520 may be inserted into the electronic device 101 while pressing in. At this time, the spring portion 522 located between the hooks of the hook portion 521 may be stretched and contracted by pressing both hooks. After the strap fixing part 520 enters the inside of the electronic device 101, the spring part 522 located between both hooks of the hook part 521 (eg, the first spring part 522a, the second spring part) (522b)) is unfolded, the hook is restored to its original state, and can be fixed inside the electronic device 101. Accordingly, when the user wants the strap 510, the strap 510 can be attached, and when the user does not want the strap 510, the strap 510 can be detached and used.

According to various embodiments, the support bracket portion 523 may be configured to fix and/or support the strap 510 to the strap fixing portion 520 . For example, a plurality of bracket pins 524 protruding in the lower direction (-z axis direction) of the support bracket part 523 to couple the strap 510 and the strap fixing part 520 to the hook part 521. It may be coupled to a plurality of recessed hook grooves 525 formed at the end in the right direction (+y-axis direction). According to one embodiment, one end of the strap 510 may be disposed between the support bracket part 523 and the hook part 521 . For example, the bracket pin 524 protruding in the downward direction (-z axis direction) may pass through the strap groove 526 and then be coupled to the hook groove 525. According to another embodiment, a plurality of hook pins 528 protruding in the upper direction (+z-axis direction) of the hook part 521 for strong fixing force are added to the bracket groove 527 formed in the support bracket part 523. can be combined with According to another embodiment, by coupling the bracket cover 529 to the top of the support bracket portion (+z-axis direction) it is possible to fix the coupling between the bracket groove 527 and the hook pin 528 (see Fig. 11).

12 is a cross-sectional view simultaneously showing a folded state and an unfolded state of the electronic device 101 including the strap 510 with the hinge structure 430 as the center, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Referring to FIG. 12 , an electronic device 101 according to various embodiments includes a first housing 410, a second housing 420, a hinge structure 430, a strap 510, and a strap 510 as an electronic device. A strap fixing part 520 for fixing to the inside of the 101, a strap shaping part 530 for guiding the variable degree of the strap 510, a first sweeper 541 (eg, 1a sweeper 541a, a first sweeper 541a) 1b sweeper 541b), and a second sweeper 542 (eg, 2a sweeper 542a, 2b sweeper 542b). The strap fixing part 520 may include a first fixing part 520a and a second fixing part 520b. The strap shaping part 530 may include a first shaping part 530a and a second shaping part 530b. The first housing 410, the second housing 420, the hinge structure 430, the strap 510, the strap fixing part 520, and the strap shaping part 530 of FIG. 12 are shown in FIGS. 5 and 6 Some or all of the configurations of the first housing 410, the second housing 420, the hinge structure 430, the strap 510, the strap fixing unit 520, and the strap shaping unit 530 may be the same. .

According to various embodiments, the strap shaping unit 530 is spaced apart from at least one hinge structure 430 and may guide the degree of variation of the strap 510 . The strap shaping part 530 may include a first shaping part 530a disposed on the first housing 410 and a second shaping part 530b disposed on the second housing 420 . According to various embodiments, one end of the strap shaping part 530 contacts the strap fixing part 520 and the other end of the strap shaping part 530 covers the electronic device 101 (eg, the first housing 410 ). ), and may be disposed adjacent to the second housing 420. In addition, the strap shaping portion 530 may include one surface configured with a curve similar to the curvature of the hinge structure 430 to be spaced apart from the hinge structure 430. there is.

According to various embodiments, a first sweeper 541 (for example,: A 1a sweeper 541a and a 1b sweeper 541b) may be included. In addition, the strap 510 includes a second sweeper 542 (eg, a 2a sweeper 542a, a 2b sweeper ( 542b)). The second sweepers 542 (eg, the 2a sweeper 542a and the 2b sweeper 542b) may be respectively disposed in the second area 512 of the strap 510 . The first sweeper 541 (eg, 1a sweeper 541a, 1b sweeper 541b) and the second sweeper 542 (eg, 2a sweeper 542a, 2b sweeper 542b) are used together By doing so, when foreign substances caught in the first sweeper 541 (eg, the first sweeper 541a and the first b sweeper 541b) enter the inside of the electronic device 101 according to the rotation of the electronic device 101, the first sweeper 541 By discharging the foreign substances through the two sweepers 542 (eg, the 2a sweeper 542a and the 2b sweeper 542b), the introduction of foreign substances may be double-blocked.

13A is a cross-sectional view of the electronic device 101 including the strap 510 when the folding angle is 0°, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 13B is a cross-sectional view of the electronic device 101 including the strap 510 when the folding angle is 45°, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 13C is a cross-sectional view of the electronic device 101 including the strap 510 when the folding angle is 90°, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 13D is a cross-sectional view of the electronic device 101 including the strap 510 when the folding angle is 135°, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. 13E is a cross-sectional view of the electronic device 101 including the strap 510 when the folding angle is 180°, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

Referring to FIGS. 13A, 13B, 13C, 13D, and 13E, an electronic device 101 according to various embodiments includes a first housing 410, a second housing 420, and a hinge structure 430. , a strap 510, a strap fixing unit 520 for fixing the strap 510 to the inside of the electronic device 101, a strap shaping unit 530 for guiding the variableness of the strap 510, and a first sweeper ( 541), and a second sweeper 542. The strap fixing part 520 may include a first fixing part 520a and a second fixing part 520b. The strap shaping part 530 may include a first shaping part 530a and a second shaping part 530b. The first housing 410, the second housing 420, the hinge structure 430, the strap 510, the strap fixing part 520, and the strap of FIGS. 13A, 13B, 13C, 13D, and 13E The shaping unit 530 includes the first housing 410, the second housing 420, the hinge structure 430, the strap 510, the strap fixing unit 520, and the strap shaping unit ( 530) may be partially or entirely the same as the configuration.

According to various embodiments, at least a portion of the strap 510 may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 according to a folding angle, and an area exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 may vary. In addition, the shape or use of the strap 510 exposed according to the folding angle of the strap 510 may be different. Accordingly, the user can adjust the folding angle according to the purpose of use and use the strap 510 for a desired purpose.

According to various embodiments, the arrangement relationship between the end of the hinge structure 430 and the strap shaping unit 530 may change according to a folding angle at which the first housing 410 and the second housing 420 rotate around a folding axis. can At this time, while the end of the hinge structure 430 is adjacent to a specific portion of the strap shaping portion 530, at least a portion of the strap 510 positioned between the hinge structure 430 and the strap shaping portion 530 is the hinge structure 430 ) Receiving force from the end of the strap 510 may be variable in shape.

According to various embodiments, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 0° (eg, a folded state), the area of the strap 510 located inside the electronic device 101 is located at the end of the hinge structure 430 and the strap shaping portion. As at least a portion of 530 is brought into contact, a weak force may be applied to the corresponding portion. A region of the strap 510 located outside the electronic device 101 and the hinge structure 430 may be spaced apart enough to be easily inserted into a finger. Accordingly, the electronic device 101 (eg, a mobile phone or a laptop computer) can be easily carried even in a folded state.

According to various embodiments, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 45°, the region of the strap 510 located inside the electronic device 101 may receive weak force from the end of the hinge structure 430 . Accordingly, the area of the strap 510 located inside the first electronic device 101 may not be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 in a straight line, but may have a curved shape with a certain curvature. Accordingly, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 0° (eg, a folded state), a portion of the region of the strap 510 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 may come into the electronic device 101. . An area of the strap 510 located outside the electronic device 101 may include a curved area having a weak curvature due to a force applied by an end portion of the hinge structure 430 .

According to various embodiments, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 90°, an area of the strap 510 located inside the electronic device 101 may receive force from the end of the hinge structure 430 . Compared to the case where the angle of the electronic device 101 is 45°, as the end portion of the hinge structure 430 contacts the strap shaping portion 530 more, a greater force may be received. Accordingly, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 45°, a part of the area of the strap 510 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 is the electronic device 101 when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 90°. can come into the The area of the strap 510 located outside the electronic device 101 forms a curved area with a larger curvature compared to the case where the angle of the electronic device 101 is 45° due to the force applied by the end of the hinge structure 430. It may include, and the central portion of the strap 510 may have a swollen shape.

According to various embodiments, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 135°, an area of the strap 510 positioned inside the electronic device 101 may receive force from the end of the hinge structure 430 . As the end of the hinge structure 430 comes into contact with the inner portion of the strap shaping portion 530, the electronic device 101 may form a curved shape with a greater curvature compared to the case where the angle of the electronic device 101 is 90°. . Accordingly, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 90°, a portion of the region of the strap 510 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 may come into the electronic device 101 . The area of the strap 510 located outside the electronic device 101 includes a curved area with a greater curvature compared to the case where the angle of the electronic device 101 is 90 ° due to the force applied by the end of the hinge structure 430 It can be done, and thus the central portion of the strap 510 has a bulging shape, and at least a portion of the strap 510 can come into contact with it.

According to various embodiments, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 180° (eg, in an unfolded state), the curved portion of the hinge structure 430 completely corresponds to the curved portion of the strap shaping portion 530, so that the electronic The area of the strap 510 located inside the device 101 can bend according to the curvature of the curved portion of the hinge structure 430 . Accordingly, when the angle of the electronic device 101 is 135°, a portion of the area of the strap 510 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 may come into the electronic device 101 . Accordingly, the length of the strap 510 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 may be shorter than the length of the strap exposed when the folding angle is different.

According to various embodiments, a region of the strap 510 located outside the electronic device 101 may contact an end portion of the first housing 410 or the second housing 420, and the contact portion may be bent in a substantially perpendicular direction. Accordingly, in the area of the strap 510 located outside the electronic device 101, at least a portion adjacent to the first housing 410 and at least a portion adjacent to the second housing 420 are disposed adjacent to each other, and the central portion of the strap 510 is disposed adjacent to each other. It may be in a puffed form. Accordingly, when using the hand or wrist in the space formed by the strap 510, the electronic device 101 can be easily used while moving with one hand.

An electronic device (eg, the electronic device 101 of FIG. 1 ) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a first housing (eg, the first housing 410 of FIG. 12 ); a second housing (for example, the second housing 420 of FIG. 12 ) configured to unfold at a predetermined angle with respect to the first housing and rotate about a folding axis; At least one hinge structure that provides the folding axis and is disposed between the first housing and the second housing to rotatably couple the first housing and the second housing (eg, the hinge structure 430 of FIG. 12 ) ); a strap at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device according to the designated angle and having a variable area exposed to the outside of the electronic device (eg, the strap 510 of FIG. 12 ); and a strap fixing part (eg, the strap fixing part 520 of FIG. 12) for fixing the strap inside the electronic device, wherein the strap fixing part is located at one end of the strap and is attached to the first housing. a detachable first fixing part (eg, the first fixing part 520a of FIG. 12 ); It may include a second fixing part (eg, the second fixing part 520b of FIG. 12 ) located at the other end of the strap and detachable from the second housing.

According to various embodiments, the strap may include a first area (eg, first area 511 of FIG. 8 ) located inside the electronic device; a second area (eg, the second area 512 of FIG. 8 ) in which an exposed area varies according to a folding angle of the electronic device; and a third area exposed to the outside of the electronic device (eg, the third area 513 of FIG. 8 ).

According to various embodiments, when the electronic device is in a folded state, the second region and the third region of the strap may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device.

According to various embodiments, when the electronic device is in an unfolded state, the second region of the strap may be located inside the electronic device, and the third region of the strap may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device.

According to various embodiments, the one end of the strap is disposed inside the first housing, the other end of the strap is disposed inside the second housing, and the strap is disposed in a different direction from the folding axis. It can cross the surface of the electronic device.

According to various embodiments, the strap may include an elastic material.

According to various embodiments, the thickness of the strap may be greater than or equal to 0.1 mm and less than or equal to 0.2 mm.

According to various embodiments, a strap shaping unit (eg, the strap shaping unit 530 of FIG. 12 ) disposed apart from the at least one hinge structure and guiding a variable degree of the strap; may be further included.

According to various embodiments, one end of the strap shaping portion is in contact with the strap fixing portion, the other end of the strap shaping portion is disposed adjacent to a housing covering the electronic device, and the strap shaping portion is curved so as to be spaced apart from the hinge structure. It may include a configured face.

According to various embodiments, at least a portion of the strap may be disposed between the strap shaping unit and the hinge structure to be variable.

According to various embodiments, the first fixing part may be disposed inside the first housing, and the second fixing part may be disposed inside the second housing.

According to various embodiments, the strap fixing unit may include a hook unit including a hook for attaching to and detaching from the electronic device (eg, the hook unit 521 of FIG. 10 ); a spring part (eg, the spring part 522 of FIG. 10) for providing elasticity to the hook part; and a support bracket portion (eg, the support bracket portion 523 of FIG. 10) coupled to one end of the strap.

According to various embodiments, a first sweeper (eg, the first sweeper 541 of FIG. 12 ) for reducing the inflow of foreign substances between the first housing and the hinge structure or between the second housing and the hinge structure; can include more.

According to various embodiments, the strap may further include a second sweeper (eg, the second sweeper 542 of FIG. 12 ) for discharging foreign substances introduced into the electronic device to the outside of the electronic device. there is.

According to various embodiments, according to the folding angle, the arrangement relationship between the end of the hinge structure and the strap shaping part changes, and the end of the hinge structure is adjacent to at least a portion of the strap shaping part, while the hinge structure and the strap shaping part At least a portion of the strap disposed between the parts may have a variable shape by receiving force from an end of the hinge structure.

According to various embodiments, when the folding angle is 90°, the central portion of the strap exposed to the outside of the electronic device may be inflated as the end portion of the hinge structure contacts the strap shaping portion.

According to various embodiments, when the folding angle is 135°, at least a portion of the strap exposed to the outside of the electronic device may be folded as an end portion of the hinge structure contacts the strap shaping portion.

According to various embodiments, when the folding angle is 180°, at least a portion adjacent to the first housing and at least a portion adjacent to the second housing among the straps exposed to the outside of the electronic device may be disposed adjacent to each other.

According to various embodiments, the length of the strap exposed when the folding angle is 180° may be shorter than the length of the strap exposed when the folding angle is another angle.

The electronic device 101 including the strap 510 of various embodiments of the present disclosure described above is not limited to the above-described embodiments and drawings, and various substitutions, modifications, and changes are possible within the technical scope of the present disclosure. It will be clear to those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains.

Claims

In electronic devices,

a first housing;

a second housing configured to rotate about a folding axis relative to the first housing;

at least one hinge structure that provides the folding axis and is disposed between the first housing and the second housing to rotatably couple the first housing and the second housing;

a strap at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device and having a variable area exposed to the outside of the electronic device; and

A strap fixing part for fixing the strap to the inside of the electronic device;

The strap fixing part

a first fixing part located at one end of the strap and detachable from the first housing;

and a second fixing part located at the other end of the strap and detachable from the second housing.
According to claim 1,

The strap is

a first region located inside the electronic device;

a second region in which an exposed area varies according to a folding angle of the electronic device; and

An electronic device comprising a third region exposed to the outside of the electronic device.
According to claim 2,

When the electronic device is in a folded state,

The electronic device wherein the second region and the third region of the strap are exposed to the outside of the electronic device.
According to claim 2,

When the electronic device is in an unfolded state,

the second region of the strap is located inside the electronic device;

An electronic device in which the third region of the strap is exposed to the outside of the electronic device.
According to claim 1,

The one end of the strap is disposed inside the first housing, and the other end of the strap is disposed inside the second housing,

The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the strap crosses the surface of the electronic device in a different direction from the folding axis.
According to claim 1,

The electronic device further includes a strap shaping unit that is spaced apart from the at least one hinge structure and guides a variable degree of the strap.
According to claim 6,

One end of the strap shaping part is in contact with the strap fixing part, the other end of the strap shaping part is disposed adjacent to a housing covering the electronic device, and the strap shaping part is disposed apart from the hinge structure. Device.
According to claim 6,

At least a portion of the strap is variable by being disposed between the strap shaping part and the hinge structure.
According to claim 1,

The first fixing part is disposed inside the first housing,

The second fixing part is disposed inside the second housing.
According to claim 1,

The strap fixing part,

a hook unit including a hook for attaching to and detaching from the electronic device;

a spring part for providing elasticity to the hook part; and

The electronic device further comprising a support bracket portion coupled to one end of the strap.
According to claim 1,

The electronic device further comprising a first sweeper configured to reduce the introduction of foreign substances between the first housing and the hinge structure or between the second housing and the hinge structure.
According to claim 11,

The electronic device further includes a second sweeper configured to discharge foreign substances introduced into the electronic device to the outside of the electronic device.
In electronic devices,

a first housing;

a second housing configured to rotate about a folding axis relative to the first housing;

at least one hinge structure that provides the folding axis and is disposed between the first housing and the second housing to rotatably couple the first housing and the second housing;

a strap at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device and having a variable area exposed to the outside of the electronic device; and

A strap shaping unit spaced apart from the hinge structure and guiding a variable degree of the strap;

The strap is an electronic device having a different shape or use of the strap exposed according to a folding angle.
According to claim 13,

Depending on the folding angle, the arrangement relationship between the end of the hinge structure and the strap shaping part is changed,

An electronic device in which an end of the hinge structure is adjacent to at least a portion of the strap shaping portion, and at least a portion of the strap disposed between the hinge structure and the strap shaping portion receives force from the end portion of the hinge structure to change shape.
According to claim 13,

When the folding angle is 90°, as the end portion of the hinge structure contacts the strap shaping portion, a central portion of the strap exposed to the outside of the electronic device is inflated.