WO2024096369A1

WO2024096369A1 - Support accessory and electronic device case comprising same

Info

Publication number: WO2024096369A1
Application number: PCT/KR2023/015866
Authority: WO
Inventors: 김국환; 이기문; 임중혁
Original assignee: 삼성전자 주식회사
Priority date: 2022-11-04
Filing date: 2023-10-13
Publication date: 2024-05-10

Abstract

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a support accessory for a case may comprise: a first housing fixed to the case; a second housing coupled to the first housing so as to be rotatable; a rail disposed in the second housing and extended in a first direction; and a stand which is coupled to the rail so as to be slidable in the first direction and which enables an angle formed with respect to the second housing to be adjusted. Other various embodiments are possible.

Description

Support accessories and cases for electronic devices containing them

Various embodiments disclosed in this document relate to support accessories and cases of electronic devices including the same.

Recently, various types of electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablet personal computers (tablet PCs), MP3 players, Portable Multimedia Players (PMPs), and e-books have been provided, allowing users to access a variety of content through these electronic devices. You can. Electronic devices are incorporating various functions, such as wireless transmission and reception functions, as well as multimedia functions such as photo, music, and video playback, and entertainment functions such as games. As mobile communication services have expanded into the area of multimedia services, users have been able to use multimedia services as well as voice calls and short messages through electronic devices.

Electronic devices are being made thin and light for portable purposes. Since these electronic devices have a risk of being damaged by external physical shock, they may be used with a case that covers the exterior of the electronic device. A case that covers the exterior of an electronic device not only provides the function of protecting the electronic device, but can also have the effect of arousing a user's aesthetic sense.

The above information may be provided as background art for the purpose of aiding understanding of the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the foregoing can be applied as prior art to the present disclosure.

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a support accessory for a case includes a first housing configured to be fixed to the case, a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing, disposed on the second housing, and configured to move in a first direction. It may include a rail extending to and a stand coupled to the rail to be slidably movable in the first direction and configured to adjust an angle formed with respect to the second housing.

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the support accessory of the case includes a first housing disposed in at least one opening formed in the case, a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing, and disposed in the second housing. A rail extending in a first direction, a stand coupled to the rail to be slidably movable in the first direction and configured to adjust an angle formed with respect to the second housing, and fixed to the second housing, The externally exposed portion of the second housing may include a strap whose length is adjustable.

1 is an exploded perspective view of a case and support accessory, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 2 is a combined perspective view of a case and a support accessory, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 3 is a combined perspective view of a case and a support accessory, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 4 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing the case and support accessory in an exploded state, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 5 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing the case and support accessory in an exploded state, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 6 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing a state in which a case and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 7 is a perspective view showing a disassembled support accessory according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 8 is a perspective view showing a disassembled state of the support accessory, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 9 is a side view showing a disassembled state of the support accessory, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 10 is a side view showing a disassembled support accessory according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a support accessory, a case, and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 12 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a support accessory, a case, and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 13 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a support accessory, a case, and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 14 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing a state in which a support accessory and a case are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

15 and 16 are diagrams for explaining a state in which a stand is slid, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

17 and 18 are diagrams for explaining a state in which a sliding bracket is slid, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

19 and 20 are diagrams for explaining a state in which a stand is slid, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 21 is a diagram for explaining a state in which a stand is rotated with respect to a sliding bracket, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 22 is a perspective view showing a support accessory and a cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 23 is a perspective view showing a support accessory and a cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 24 is a diagram for explaining a stopping protrusion of a cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

25 and 26 are diagrams for explaining a state in which the second housing rotates with respect to the first housing, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

27 and 28 are diagrams for explaining a leaf spring and a gear according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIGS. 29A, 29B, 29C, and 29D are diagrams for explaining the use environment of a support accessory and a case according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figures 30A and 30B are diagrams for explaining the use environment of a support accessory and a case according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIGS. 31A, 31B, and 31C are diagrams for explaining the use environment of a support accessory and a case according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figures 32a, 32b, and 32c are diagrams for explaining the use environment of a support accessory and a case according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

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

1 is an exploded perspective view of a case and support accessory, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 2 is a combined perspective view of a case and a support accessory, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 3 is a combined perspective view of a case and a support accessory, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 4 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing the case and support accessory in an exploded state, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 5 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing the case and support accessory in an exploded state, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 6 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing a state in which a case and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 6 may be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 7 to 32C.

Referring to FIGS. 1 to 6 , the support accessory 100 may be detachably coupled to the case 200 of the electronic device. For example, the support accessory 100 may be coupled to the case 200 of the electronic device or may be separated from the case 200 of the electronic device.

According to one embodiment, the case 200 of an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device 10 of FIGS. 4 to 6) may include a cover portion 210 that surrounds at least a portion of the electronic device 10. there is. The cover portion 210 protects the electronic device 10 from external shock (e.g., chemical shock or physical shock) and provides various colors and textures to the exterior of the electronic device 10 to allow users to use the cover portion 210. It can provide a sense of aesthetics. The case 200 of the electronic device may also be referred to as an exterior cover of the electronic device 10.

Various types of electronic devices 10 may be mounted on the case 200 (or cover portion 210) of the electronic device 10. Electronic devices include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g. smartphones), tablet personal computers, mobile phones, video phones, e-book readers, and desktops. PC (desktop personal computer), laptop PC (laptop personal computer), netbook computer, workstation, server, PDA (personal digital assistant), PMP (portable multimedia player), MP3 player, mobile medical device , a camera, or a wearable device). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 10 mounted on the cover unit 210 generally includes all electronic devices 10 that are portable by the user and can have a camera placed on the front, back, or both sides. can do.

According to one embodiment, the cover unit 210 includes a plane 211 that covers at least a portion of the electronic device 10 (e.g., the back of the electronic device) and a plurality of side surfaces 215 formed at the edges of the plane 211. ) may include. The plurality of side surfaces 215 of the cover unit 210 may cover side surfaces of the electronic device 10 . The shape of the cover portion 210 shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 is an example and may be designed in various ways depending on the shape of the electronic device mounted on the case 200.

According to one embodiment, the case 200 may further include at least one opening 213 formed in at least one portion of the plane 211 of the cover portion 210. The at least one opening 213 passes through the central area of the plane 211 and may have a circular hole shape. The at least one opening 213 may also be referred to as at least one penetration part. The position and/or size of at least one opening 213 is exemplary and may have various positions and/or sizes depending on design changes.

According to one embodiment, a support accessory 100 may be disposed in the at least one opening 213. For example, the support accessory 100 may be releasably coupled to an inner end (or inner edge) of a plane 211 forming a perimeter of the at least one opening 213 .

According to one embodiment, the support accessory 100 (or at least a portion of the support accessory 200) is connected to the electronic device 10 when the case 200 is coupled to the electronic device 10 (or when the electronic device 10 is attached to the case 200). is mounted), it may be exposed to the outside of the case 200 through at least one opening 213.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory 100 may be coupled to the case 200 of the electronic device 10 or may be separated from the case 200 of the electronic device 10. Accordingly, the support accessory 100 can be compatible with various cases (e.g., cases with various appearances or sizes) including the same structure (e.g., the same structure or similar structure) as the at least one opening 213. there is.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory 100 is defined or referred to as a support mechanism, support module, mounting accessory, mounting mechanism, mounting module, stand device, stand module, strap fastening accessory, strap fastening device, or strap fastening module. It could be.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory 100 may include a housing 101, a stand 130, or a strap 140.

According to one embodiment, the housing 101 may form the body of the support accessory 100. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the housing 101 (eg, the first housing 110 of FIGS. 7 to 10 ) may be coupled to the case 200 . For example, at least one portion of the housing 101 may be fixed to the case 200.

According to one embodiment, the stand 130 may be arranged to cover the outer surface of the housing 101 as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 or may be rotated relative to the housing 101 as shown in FIG. 3 . According to one embodiment, the stand 130 may also be referred to as a stand member.

According to one embodiment, the stand 130 may be arranged to form a predetermined angle with respect to the plane 211 of the housing 101 or the case 200 by rotating relative to the housing 101. For example, the stand 130 may be coupled to the hinge 103 rotatable with respect to at least a portion of the housing 101 and rotated together with the hinge 103.

According to one embodiment, when the stand 130 forms a predetermined angle with respect to the plane 211 of the housing 101 or the case 200, the stand 130 is attached to the case 200 or the case 200. The case 200 or the electronic device 10 may be supported so that the mounted electronic device 10 maintains an inclined state with respect to the ground (or desk). For example, the stand 130 may provide a standing function for the case 200 or the electronic device 10. According to one embodiment, the sliding bracket 104, hinge 103, and shaft 105 have a tilting function with respect to the stand 130 (e.g., a relative tilting of the stand 130 with respect to the second housing 120). motion or motion forming a predetermined angle) can be provided.

According to one embodiment, the strap 140 may be coupled to the housing 101. Between the strap 140 and the housing 101, a space may be formed into which the user's hand can be inserted. A user can more easily carry the case 200 of the electronic device 10 through the strap 140. According to one embodiment, the strap 140 may be defined or referred to as a wearing member, a hand strap, or a strap member.

According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the strap 140 may be inserted into the interior of the housing 101. Additionally, the strap 140 may be configured to adjust the length of the externally exposed portion of the housing 101. Accordingly, the user's convenience can be improved by adjusting the length of the strap 140 according to the size of the user's hand.

Figure 7 is a perspective view showing a disassembled support accessory according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 8 is a perspective view showing a disassembled state of the support accessory, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9 is a side view showing a disassembled state of the support accessory, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 10 is a side view showing a disassembled support accessory according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a support accessory, a case, and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 12 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a support accessory, a case, and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 13 is a cross-sectional view showing a state in which a support accessory, a case, and an electronic device are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 14 is a cross-sectional perspective view showing a state in which a support accessory and a case are combined, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The embodiments of FIGS. 7 to 14 may be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 6 or the embodiments of FIGS. 15 to 32C.

7 to 14, the support accessory 100 may include a housing 101, a stand 130, or a strap 140.

The support accessory 100, housing 101, hinge 103, stand 130, strap 140, case 200, cover portion 210, plane 211, or side surface of FIGS. 7 to 14 The configuration of 215 includes the support accessory 100, housing 101, hinge 103, stand 130, strap 140, case 200, cover portion 210, Some or all of the configuration of the plane 211 or the side 215 may be the same.

According to one embodiment, the housing 101 may include a first housing 110, a second housing 120, a cover 150, or an interior sheet 160.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 110 may be detachably coupled to at least one opening 213 formed on the plane 211 of the case 200. According to one embodiment, the first housing 110 is coupled to or from an inner end (or inner edge) of a plane 211 that forms a perimeter of the at least one opening 213. can be separated.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 110 may be formed in an overall circular shape or a ring shape. For example, the first housing 110 may include a penetrating portion formed through the interior of the first housing 110 .

According to one embodiment, when the first housing 110 is coupled to the plane 211 of the case 200, the relative position of the first housing 110 with respect to the case 200 may be fixed. For example, the first housing 110 may not be rotated relative to the case 200 .

According to one embodiment, the case 200 may include a protrusion (eg, protrusion 212 of FIG. 11 ) protruding from at least a portion of the plane 211 . The protrusion 212 may be inserted into a groove formed in the first housing 110 (eg, groove 114 in FIG. 22). According to one embodiment, the protrusions 212 may be provided in plural numbers, and the grooves 114 may be provided in numbers corresponding to the protrusions 212 . According to one embodiment, the plurality of grooves 114 may be spaced apart from each other along the ring-shaped perimeter of the first housing 110. For example, the plurality of grooves 114 may be provided in plural numbers formed at equal intervals along the circumference of the ring shape of the first housing 110. The plurality of protrusions 212 may be inserted into the plurality of grooves 114. Additionally, the plurality of protrusions 212 may have positions corresponding to the plurality of grooves 114. The plurality of protrusions 212 of the case 200 and the plurality of grooves 114 of the first housing 110 are provided in plural numbers, so that the first housing 110 is coupled to the case 200. When this occurs, rotation of the first housing 110 with respect to the case 200 may be restricted. For example, when the plurality of protrusions 212 are inserted into the plurality of grooves 114, rotation of the first housing 110 with respect to the case 200 may be restricted.

Additionally, at least a portion of the first housing 110 may be disposed between the plane 211 of the case 200 and the electronic device 10. When the electronic device 10 is mounted on the case 200 while the support accessory 100 is coupled to the case 200, at least a portion of the support accessory 100 (e.g., the first housing 110) is attached to the case. It may be placed between the plane 211 of 200 and the electronic device 10. Accordingly, the support accessory 100 can be prevented from being separated from the case 200.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 110 is coupled to the inner portion (or inner portion) of the plane 211 of the case 200 (e.g., the portion facing the -Z direction in FIGS. 7 and 8). You can. The first housing 110 may be formed in an overall circular or ring shape. The diameter (or size) of the first housing 110 may be larger than the diameter (or size) of the at least one opening 213. Accordingly, when the first housing 110 is coupled to the plane 211 of the case 200, the outside of the case 200 of the first housing 110 (e.g., +Z direction in FIGS. 7 and 8) may not escape.

According to one embodiment, the second housing 120 may be configured to be rotatable relative to the first housing 110 . For example, the second housing 220 is coupled or connected to the first housing 110, but may be rotated relative to the first housing 110. According to one embodiment, the second housing 120 may have an overall disk shape, but is not limited thereto.

According to one embodiment, the second housing 120 (or at least a portion of the second housing 120) is exposed to the outside of the case 200 when the support accessory 100 is coupled to the case 200. It can be.

According to one embodiment, the cover 150 may be coupled (or connected) to the second housing 120 . The cover 150 may be configured to be rotatable relative to the first housing 110 . For example, the cover 150 may be coupled to the second housing 120 and rotated together with the second housing 120. For example, the second housing 120 and the cover 150 coupled to the second housing 120 may be rotated relative to the first housing 110. The outer portion of the cover 150 and the outer portion of the second housing 120 may be spaced apart, and the first housing 110 may be disposed in the spaced portion. For example, the first housing 110 may have a sandwich structure disposed between the second housing 120 and the cover 150. According to one embodiment, the cover 150 may have an overall disk shape, but is not limited thereto. In addition, the cover 150 is formed in the shape of a disk with a penetrating portion formed therein, and the penetrating portion has a convex shape of the second accommodating portion of the second housing 120 (e.g., the second accommodating portion 124 in FIG. 22). Parts can be placed.

According to one embodiment, the cover 150 may be coupled to the second housing 120 through a coupling member (eg, coupling member 108 of FIG. 14). The coupling member 108 may include at least one of a bolt or a pin, but is not limited thereto and may include various means for coupling the cover 150 and the second housing 120 to each other.

According to one embodiment, the interior sheet 160 may be laminated on one side of the cover 150 (eg, the -Z direction in FIGS. 7 and 8). For example, the interior sheet 160 may be a part of the support accessory 100 that is in direct contact with the electronic device 10 when the electronic device 10 is coupled to the case 200. The interior sheet 160 can improve the aesthetics of the support accessory 100 by blocking the internal parts of the support accessory 100 from being visually exposed to the outside. According to one embodiment, the interior sheet 160 may include a polycarbonate sheet, but is not limited to this and may include sheets of various materials. Additionally, the interior sheet 160 may have a disk shape laminated on one surface of the cover 150, but is not limited thereto.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory 100 may further include at least one rail 125. At least one rail 125 may be placed or coupled to the second housing 120. The stand 130 may be slidably fastened to at least one rail 125.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory 100 may further include a sliding bracket 104 configured to slide on at least one rail 125. The sliding bracket 104 may slide in a first direction (eg, the X-axis direction in FIG. 10) along at least one rail 125. According to one embodiment, the sliding bracket 104 may be defined or referred to as a bracket, sliding structure, sliding member, slide part, or sliding hinge.

According to one embodiment, the sliding bracket 104 may include a locking portion (eg, a locking portion 104b in FIG. 9) that is fastened to both ends of at least one rail 125. For example, the locking portion 104b may be arranged to surround both ends (or both sides) of at least one rail 125. Accordingly, when the sliding bracket 104 is fastened to the at least one rail 125, the sliding bracket 104 can be prevented from being separated from the at least one rail 125.

According to one embodiment, the hinge 103 may be coupled to the stand 130. Additionally, the hinge 103 may be coupled to the sliding bracket 104 through the shaft 105. According to one embodiment, the hinge 103 may be defined or referred to as a tilting hinge, a hinge structure, a hinge member, or a hinge portion.

According to one embodiment, the hinge 103 may include a hole 103a into which the shaft 105 is fastened. Additionally, the sliding bracket 104 may include a hole 104a into which the shaft 105 is fastened.

According to one embodiment, the shaft 105 may be press-fitted into the hole 103a of the hinge 103. Additionally, the shaft 105 may be press-fitted into the hole 104a of the sliding bracket 104.

According to one embodiment, the hinge 103 can be rotated relative to the shaft 105. For example, the shaft 105 may be fixed to the hole 104a of the sliding bracket 104, and the hole 103a of the hinge 103 may be rotated relative to the shaft 105. For example, when the user presses the stand 130 to rotate the stand 130, the hinge 103 coupled with the stand 130 may be rotated with respect to the shaft 105.

According to one embodiment, the shaft 105 can be rotated relative to the sliding bracket 104. For example, the shaft 105 may be fixed to the hole 103a of the hinge 103, and the shaft 105 may be rotated relative to the hole 104a of the sliding bracket 104. For example, when the user presses the stand 130 to rotate the stand 130, the shaft 105 fixed to the hinge 103 may rotate with respect to the sliding bracket 104.

According to one embodiment, the shaft 105 may be formed in a pin shape or a shaft shape. According to one embodiment, the shaft 105 may be defined or referred to as a tilting shaft, shaft member, rotating member, rotation axis, or hinge shaft.

According to one embodiment, the leaf spring 106 may be coupled to the second housing 120. The leaf spring 106 forms frictional force with a gear formed on the first housing 110 (e.g., gear 112 in FIG. 22) when the second housing 120 rotates with respect to the first housing 110. and a click sound can be formed. The leaf spring 106 may be defined or referred to as an elastic member.

According to one embodiment, the strap 140 may be coupled to the second housing 120. Additionally, at least a portion of the strap 140 may be disposed between the second housing 120 and the cover 150 (or the first housing 110).

According to one embodiment, when the second housing 120 is rotated relative to the first housing 110, the strap 140 may rotate together with the second housing 120.

According to one embodiment, the strap 140 may include a strap body 141 and a coupling portion 142. The strap body (eg, strap body 141 of FIG. 11 ) may be coupled to the body 121 of the second housing 120 through the coupling portion 142 . For example, at least a portion of the strap body 141 may be rolled and coupled to the coupling portion 142. For example, at least a portion of the strap body 141 may surround the coupling portion 142 and be fixed to the coupling portion 142 .

According to one embodiment, the strap body 141 extends from the coupling portion 142 and is exposed to the outside of the housing 101 through the first slot 122 formed in the body 121 of the second housing 120. It can be. In addition, at least one portion 141a (e.g., first portion 141a) of the strap body 141 may be bent and then extended across the upper part of the stand 130 (e.g., +Z direction in FIG. 11). there is. In addition, the other part 141b (e.g., the second part 141b) of the strap body 141 is connected to the housing 101 through the second slot 123 formed in the main body 121 of the second housing 120. It may be extended inside and then outside of the second housing 120. That is, the other part 141b of the strap body 141 may be inserted into the inside of the body 121 of the second housing 120 and then extended outward.

According to one embodiment, another part 141c (eg, third part 141c) of the strap body 141 may be arranged to overlap at least one part of the strap body 141. A detachable member 143 may be disposed in another portion 141c of the strap body 141. The detachable member 143 may include Velcro that connects another part 141c of the strap body 141 and a part overlapping with the other part 141c, but is not limited thereto and may be detachable in various ways. It may include means.

According to one embodiment, the strap 140 adjusts the length of the strip body 141 disposed between the at least one part 141a and the other part 141b of the strap body 141, thereby allowing the user to adjust the length of the strip body 141. An insertion space corresponding to the size of the hand can be provided.

According to one embodiment, a portion 141a (eg, first portion 141a) of the strap body 141 may be rolled around at least a portion of the coupling portion 142. Additionally, the coupling portion 142 may be fixed to the first accommodating portion (eg, the first accommodating portion 121a of FIG. 22) of the second housing 120. The coupling portion 142 may be generally formed in a fin shape, but is not limited thereto. Additionally, the coupling portion 142 may have a shape in which the portion inserted into the first accommodating portion (e.g., the first accommodating portion 121a in FIG. 22) has a larger diameter than the other portions, but is not limited thereto.

Figures 15 and 16 are diagrams for explaining a state in which a stand is slid, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

17 to 18 are diagrams for explaining a state in which a sliding bracket is slid, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

19 to 20 are diagrams for explaining a state in which a stand is slid, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The embodiments of FIGS. 15 to 21 may be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 14 or the embodiments of FIGS. 22 to 32C.

Support accessory 100, hinge 103, sliding bracket 104, shaft 105, first housing 110, second housing 120, or at least one rail 125 of FIGS. 15 to 21 The configuration includes the support accessory 100, hinge 103, sliding bracket 104, shaft 105, first housing 110, second housing 120, or at least one of FIGS. 1 to 14. Some or all of the configuration of the rail 125 may be the same.

Referring to FIGS. 15 to 21 , the stand 130 may be configured to slide with respect to the housing 101 .

According to one embodiment, the stand 130 may be connected to the sliding bracket 104 that is slidably fastened to at least one rail 125 through a hinge (eg, the hinge 103 in FIG. 8). Accordingly, when the sliding bracket 104 slides with respect to at least one rail 125, the stand 130 may also slide with respect to at least one rail 125.

According to one embodiment, the stand 130 may be slidably moved in a first direction (eg, the X-axis direction of FIGS. 15 to 18) with respect to the housing 101 (or the second housing 120). The first direction (eg, the X-axis direction in FIGS. 15 to 18) may be an extension direction of the rail 125.

According to one embodiment, a plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b may be formed in the rail 125. For example, the plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b may be grooves formed on the side of the rail 125.

The plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b may include a first stopper groove 126a and a second stopper groove 126b. The first stopper grooves 126a may be provided as a pair formed on both sides of the rail 125, and the second stopper grooves 126b may be provided as a pair formed on both sides of the rail 125. Additionally, the first stopper groove 126a and the second stopper groove 126b may be spaced apart from each other in a first direction (eg, the X-axis direction in FIGS. 15 to 18).

According to one embodiment, the support accessory 100 may further include a stopper 109.

According to one embodiment, the stopper 109 may be placed inside the sliding bracket 104. The stoppers 109 may be provided in pairs to be disposed on both sides of the rail 125, respectively.

According to one embodiment, the stopper 109 may include a pressing member 109a and a spring 109b. The spring 109b may be supported by a portion inside the sliding bracket 104. Additionally, the spring 109b may press the pressing member 109a coupled to one end of the spring 109b toward the rail 125.

According to one embodiment, the pressing member 109a may press the side of the rail 125 by being pressed by the spring 109b.

According to one embodiment, when the pressing member 109a is inserted into the plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b, the sliding bracket 104 is formed between the pressing member 109a and the plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b. Fixing force (or friction force) may be provided. Accordingly, the sliding movement of the sliding bracket 104 with respect to the rail 125 may be restricted until an external force is applied to the sliding bracket 104.

As shown in FIG. 19 , when the stand 130 of the support accessory 100 is arranged to cover the second housing 120, the pressing member 109a may be inserted into the second stopper groove 126b. In addition, as shown in FIG. 20, in a state in which the stand 130 of the support accessory 100 is slidably moved with respect to the second housing 120, the pressing member 109a may be inserted into the first stopper groove 126a. .

According to one embodiment, the state in which the stand 130 of the support accessory 100 covers the second housing 120 may be defined or referred to as a first state or a slide-in state. Additionally, the state in which the stand 130 of the support accessory 100 slides with respect to the second housing 120 may be defined or referred to as a second state or a slide-out state.

According to one embodiment, the stand 130 is configured to slide in the first direction with respect to the second housing 120, thereby allowing the stand 130 to be moved in the slide-out state (e.g., FIG. 20) of the stand 130. When rotated, the stand 130 may not interfere with the strap 140.

According to one embodiment, the stand 130 is tilted at a predetermined angle with respect to the housing 101 or case 200 by rotating the hinge 103 coupled to the stand 130 relative to the sliding bracket 104. Can be arranged to form.

For example, as shown in FIG. 21 , a state in which the stand 130 is arranged to form a predetermined angle with respect to the second housing 120 may be defined or referred to as a third state or a stand state. For example, the third state or stand state of the stand 130 may be a state for providing a standing function to the electronic device 10.

Figure 22 is a perspective view showing a support accessory and a cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 23 is a perspective view showing a support accessory and a cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 24 is a diagram for explaining a stopping protrusion of a cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. 25 and 26 are diagrams for explaining a state in which the second housing rotates with respect to the first housing, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. 27 to 28 are diagrams for explaining a leaf spring and a gear according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The embodiments of FIGS. 22 to 28 may be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 21 or the embodiments of FIGS. 29A to 32C.

22 to 28, the support accessory 100, leaf spring 106, first housing 110, second housing 120, stand 130, strap 140, cover 150, or case ( The configuration of 200 includes the support accessory 100, leaf spring 106, first housing 110, second housing 120, stand 130, strap 140, and cover ( 150), or may be partly or entirely identical to the configuration of the case 200.

Referring to FIGS. 22 to 28 , the second housing 120 and the cover 150 may be configured to be rotatable relative to the first housing 110 .

For example, the second housing 120 and the cover 150 may be rotated relative to the first housing 110 fixed to the case 200. For example, when the user applies force to rotate the second housing 120 or the stand 130, the second housing 120 and the cover 150 fixed to the second housing 120 may be rotated together. there is.

According to one embodiment, the second housing 120 is formed on the main body 121 (or second housing main body 121), a first receiving portion 121a formed on the main body 121, and the main body 121, It may include a second receiving portion 124 that accommodates the rail 125.

The coupling portion 142 of the strap 140 may be disposed in the first receiving portion 121a. For example, the first receiving portion 121a may be a groove or recess into which the coupling portion 142 is inserted. The coupling portion 142 of the strap 140 may be caught and fixed to the first receiving portion 121a.

A rail 125 may be coupled (or placed) to the second receiving portion 124. The second receiving portion 124 is formed concavely in a portion of the main body 121 of the second housing 120 where the rail 125 is disposed (e.g., the portion shown in FIG. 8) and is concave in the opposite portion (e.g., the portion shown in FIG. 8). : The part shown in FIG. 22) may be formed convexly. For example, the second receiving portion 124 may provide a space for receiving the rail 125 (eg, the rail 125 in FIG. 8 ). Accordingly, the second housing 120 can provide a structure that can maintain the support accessory 100 thin without increasing the overall thickness of the support accessory 100 while the rail 125 is disposed.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 110 includes a ring-shaped main body 111 (or first housing main body 111) and a plurality of gears 112 protruding along the inner peripheral surface of the main body 111. can do. The plurality of gears 112 may be defined or referred to as a plurality of stroke gears, a plurality of tooth gears, or a plurality of click gears.

According to one embodiment, the leaf spring 106 may be fixed to the second housing 120. For example, at least a portion of the leaf spring 106 may be accommodated in the fixing portion 128 of the second housing 120. The fixing portion 128 of the second housing 120 may accommodate at least a portion of the leaf spring 106 and prevent the leaf spring 106 from being separated. For example, the fixing portion 128 of the second housing 120 may cover both ends of the leaf spring 106.

When the second housing 120 rotates with respect to the first housing 110, the leaf spring 106 may rub against the plurality of gears 112 and generate a click sound. Accordingly, when the strap 140 or the second housing 120 is rotated with respect to the first housing 110, a click sound is generated, so that the feeling of operation felt by the user can be improved (or improved).

According to one embodiment, the leaf spring 106 has a shape bent multiple times and may have an overall “V” shape, but is not limited thereto. When the second housing 120 is rotated, the apex portion of the leaf spring 106 forms friction with the plurality of gears 112 and may pass over the plurality of gears 112.

According to one embodiment, the leaf spring 106 may include various elastic members configured to create friction with the plurality of gears 112 and generate a clicking sound.

According to one embodiment, the cover 150 may include a protruding portion 151 (or a stopping protrusion 151) that protrudes from at least a portion of the cover 150.

In addition, the main body 111 of the first housing 110 has a concave portion 113 that is recessed from at least one portion of the portion facing the cover 150, for example, the portion facing the protruding portion 151. ) may include.

According to one embodiment, the concave portion 113 may be provided in plural pieces arranged at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the main body 111 of the first housing 110. For example, if the plurality of concave parts 113 are provided in 16 pieces, the plurality of concave parts 113 may be arranged to be spaced apart from each other at an interval of about 22.5 degrees with respect to the center of the first housing 110.

According to one embodiment, the protruding portion 151 may be provided in plural numbers corresponding to the plurality of concave portions 113, but is not limited thereto. Additionally, the plurality of protruding portions 151 may be formed in a portion of the cover 150 that faces the main body 111 of the first housing 110. In addition, the plurality of protruding parts 151 are arranged at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the main body 111 of the first housing 110 (e.g., a number corresponding to the plurality of concave parts 113). ) can be provided.

According to one embodiment, the protruding portion 151 (or the plurality of protruding portions 151) includes a plurality of concave portions 113 when the cover 150 rotates with respect to the first housing 110. ) or may be separated from the plurality of concave portions 113. For example, when the protruding portion 151 is inserted into any one of the plurality of concave portions 113, rotation of the cover 150 with respect to the first housing 110 may be restricted until additional external force is applied. You can. Accordingly, the positions of the cover 150, the second housing 120, and the stand 130 with respect to the first housing 110 can be fixed. For example, when a user adjusts the angle of the stand 130 or the strap 140 (e.g., the rotation angle relative to the first housing 110), the second housing 120, the stand 130, and/or the strap When an external force is applied to 140 , the second housing 120, stand 130, and strap 140 may be rotated relative to the first housing 110. When the plurality of protruding parts 151 are inserted into the plurality of concave parts 113, the stand 130 and the strap 140 are rotated at a rotated angle (or a specific angle) with respect to the first housing 110. ) and the strap 140 may be fixed in position with respect to the first housing 110. Thereafter, when additional external force is applied to the second housing 120, stand 130, and/or strap 140 by the user, the plurality of protruding parts 151 are separated from the plurality of concave parts 113, The second housing 120, stand 130, and/or strap 140 may be rotated relative to the first housing 110.

According to one embodiment, when the protruding portion 151 is separated from the concave portions 113, a portion of the cover 150 where the protruding portion 151 is located is moved relative to the first housing 110. When deformed into a bent state and the protruding part 151 is inserted into the concave parts 113, the part of the cover 150 where the protruding part 151 is located is restored and the protruding part 151 is The state inserted into the concave portions 113 may be maintained. For example, at least one portion of the cover 150 may be formed of an elastically deformable material, but the cover 150 is not limited thereto.

Figures 29A to 32C are diagrams for explaining the use environment of a support accessory and a case according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The embodiments of FIGS. 29A to 32C may be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 28.

The configuration of the support accessory 100, stand 130, strap 140, or case 200 of FIGS. 29A to 32C is the same as the support accessory 100, stand 130, and strap ( 140), or may be partly or entirely identical to the configuration of the case 200.

Referring to FIG. 29A , a state in which the user easily holds the case 200 by inserting his hand into the space formed by the strap 140 (e.g., the space between the stand 130 and the strap 140) is shown. .

Referring to FIG. 29B, a state in which the stand 130 of the support accessory 100 supports the case 200 at an angle with respect to the ground (or desk) is shown.

Referring to FIGS. 29C and 29D, the support accessory 100 is shown attached to or separated from the case 200 of various shapes. The support accessory 100 of the present disclosure has a structure that can be separated from the case 200, so that it can be compatible with various types of cases through a single support accessory 100.

Referring to FIG. 30A , a state in which the stand 130 supports the case 200 along with a relatively long side among the sides of the case 200 is shown.

Referring to FIG. 30B, a state in which the stand 130 supports the case 200 along with a relatively short side among the sides of the case 200 is shown. In the support accessory 100 of the present disclosure, the stand 130 is configured to be rotatable with respect to the first housing 110 together with the second housing 120, thereby providing the user with various support angles of the stand 130. You can.

Referring to FIGS. 31A to 31C , the stand 130 is shown at various predetermined angles with respect to the second housing 120 or the case 200 .

For example, a predetermined angle formed by the stand 130 with respect to the second housing 120 or the case 200 is configured to be adjustable, so that the case 200 (or the electronic device 10 mounted thereon) The angles (a1, a2, a3) formed by the front surface with respect to the vertical direction with respect to the ground (or desk) may be formed in various ways. Accordingly, when the user is viewing the electronic device 10, various viewing angles may be provided.

Referring to FIGS. 32A to 32C , the second housing 120, stand 130, and strap 140 are shown rotating relative to the case 200. In the support accessory 100 of the present disclosure, the stand 130 and the strap 140 are configured to be rotatable relative to the case 200 or the first housing 110, thereby allowing the user to use various holding angles (e.g., the strap). (grip angle through 140) or various support angles (e.g., support angle through stand 130) may be provided.

The case of the electronic device may be provided with a stand member, grip member, or strap member to improve usability. In general, the case may be formed integrally with the stand member, the grip member, or the strap member. Since the case has a size that corresponds to the external size of the electronic device mounted in the case, there is a problem in that the case is difficult to be mounted on an electronic device with a different appearance (or size).

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a support accessory that is detachably coupled to a case of an electronic device may be provided.

However, the problems to be solved by the present disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned problems, and may be determined in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the support stand is rotatable with respect to the housing to provide users with various environments for using the electronic device.

According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the support accessory is configured to be easily coupled to or decoupled from the case of the electronic device, so that it is compatible with cases of various sizes or shapes.

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

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the support accessory 100 of the case may include a first housing 110, a second housing 120, a rail 125, or a stand 130. The first housing 110 may be configured to be fixed to the case 200. The second housing 120 may be rotatably coupled to the first housing. The rail 125 may be disposed in the second housing. The rail 125 may extend in a first direction. The stand 130 may be coupled to the rail to be slidably movable in the first direction. The stand 130 may be configured so that the angle formed with respect to the second housing is adjustable.

According to one embodiment, the first housing may include a first housing body 111 or a plurality of gears 112. The first housing body 111 may have a ring shape. The plurality of gears 112 may protrude from the inner peripheral surface of the first housing body. The support accessory may further include a leaf spring 106. The leaf spring 106 may be disposed in the second housing. At least a portion of the leaf spring may be configured to create friction with the plurality of gears.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory may further include a strap 140. The strap 140 may be placed in the second housing. The strap 140 may be configured so that the length of the externally exposed portion of the second housing is adjustable.

According to one embodiment, the strap may rotate with the second housing when the second housing is rotated relative to the first housing.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory may further include a sliding bracket 104 or a hinge 103. The sliding bracket 104 may be fastened to the rail to enable sliding movement. The hinge 103 may be rotatably coupled to the sliding bracket through a shaft 105. The hinge 103 may be fixed to the stand.

According to one embodiment, the shaft may be press-fitted to the sliding bracket and the hinge, respectively.

According to one embodiment, the rail may include a plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b. The plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b may be recessed on the side of the rail. The support accessory may further include a stopper 109. The stopper 109 may be placed inside the sliding bracket. The stopper 109 may be configured to be inserted into the plurality of stopper grooves.

According to one embodiment, the stopper may include a pressing member 109a or a spring 109b. The pressing member may be configured to be inserted into the plurality of stopper grooves or to be separated from the plurality of stopper grooves. The spring may be supported by the sliding bracket. The spring may be configured to urge the pressing member toward the rail.

According to one embodiment, the plurality of stopper grooves may include a first stopper groove 126a or a second stopper groove 126b. The second stopper groove 126b may be spaced apart from the first stopper groove in the first direction.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory may further include a cover 150. The cover 150 may be coupled to the second housing. The cover 150 may be configured to be rotatable with respect to the first housing.

According to one embodiment, the cover may include a protruding portion 151. The protruding portion may be formed to protrude from at least one portion of the cover. The first housing may include at least one concave portion 113. The at least one concave portion may be recessed in at least a portion of the first housing.

According to one embodiment, the at least one concave portion may be provided in plural pieces arranged at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the first housing. The protruding portion may be configured to be inserted into at least one of the plurality of concave portions or to be separated from at least one of the plurality of concave portions when the cover rotates with respect to the first housing.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory may further include an interior sheet 160. The interior sheet 160 may be laminated on one side of the cover.

According to one embodiment, the stand may be configured to provide a first state that covers the outer surface of the second housing, or a second state that is slid in a direction away from the second housing.

According to one embodiment, the stand, in the second state, may be configured to provide a third state in which the stand is rotated with respect to the second housing to form a predetermined angle with respect to the second housing.

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the support accessory 100 of the case may include a first housing 110, a second housing 120, a rail 125, a stand 130, or a strap 140. You can. The first housing 110 may be placed in at least one opening 213 formed in the case 200. The second housing 120 may be rotatably coupled to the first housing. The rail 125 may be disposed in the second housing. The rail 125 may extend in a first direction. The stand 130 may be coupled to the rail to be slidably movable in the first direction. The stand 130 may be configured so that the angle formed with respect to the second housing is adjustable. The strap 140 may be fixed to the second housing. The strap 140 may be configured so that the length of the externally exposed portion of the second housing is adjustable.

According to one embodiment, the strap may include a detachable member 143 for fixing the length of the exposed portion.

According to one embodiment, the support accessory may further include a sliding bracket 104 or a hinge 103. The sliding bracket 104 may be fastened to the rail to enable sliding movement. The hinge 103 may be rotatably coupled to the sliding bracket through a shaft. The hinge 103 may be fixed to the stand.

According to one embodiment, the rail may include a plurality of

stopper grooves

126a and 126b. The plurality of

stopper grooves

According to one embodiment, the support accessory may further include a cover 150. The cover 150 may be coupled to the second housing. The cover 150 may be configured to be rotatable with respect to the first housing. At least a portion of the first housing may be disposed between the second housing and the cover.

Above, in the detailed description of this document, specific embodiments have been described, but it will be obvious to those skilled in the art that various modifications are possible without departing from the scope of this document.

Claims

In the support accessory 100 of the case,

A first housing 110 configured to be fixed to the case 200;

a second housing 120 rotatably coupled to the first housing;

a rail 125 disposed in the second housing and extending in a first direction; and

A support accessory including a stand (130) coupled to the rail to be slidably movable in the first direction and configured to adjust an angle formed with respect to the second housing.
According to claim 1,

The first housing is,

A ring-shaped first housing body 111; and

It includes a plurality of gears 112 protruding from the inner peripheral surface of the first housing body,

The support accessories are:

A support accessory further comprising a leaf spring (106) disposed in the second housing, wherein at least a portion of the leaf spring is configured to create friction with the plurality of gears.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 2,

A support accessory further comprising a strap 140 disposed on the second housing and configured to adjust the length of an externally exposed portion of the second housing.
According to any one of claims 1 to 3,

The strap is,

A support accessory that rotates with the second housing when the second housing is rotated relative to the first housing.
According to any one of claims 1 to 4,

A sliding bracket 104 fastened to the rail to enable sliding movement; and

A support accessory further comprising a hinge (103) rotatably coupled to the sliding bracket through a shaft (105) and fixed to the stand.
According to any one of claims 1 to 5,

The shaft is,

A support accessory that is press-fitted to the sliding bracket and the hinge, respectively.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 6,

The rail is,

It includes a plurality of stopper grooves (126a, 126b) recessed on the side of the rail,

The support accessories are:

A support accessory further comprising a stopper (109) disposed inside the sliding bracket and configured to be inserted into the plurality of stopper grooves.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 7,

The stopper is,

a pressing member (109a) configured to be inserted into or removed from the plurality of stopper grooves; and

A support accessory supported by the sliding bracket and comprising a spring (109b) configured to urge the pressing member toward the rail.
According to any one of claims 1 to 8,

The plurality of stopper grooves are,

first stopper groove (126a); and

A support accessory including the first stopper groove and a second stopper groove (126b) spaced apart in the first direction.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 9,

A support accessory further comprising a cover (150) coupled to the second housing and rotatable with respect to the first housing.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 10,

The cover is,

It includes a protruding portion 151 protruding from at least one part of the cover,

The first housing is,

A support accessory comprising at least one recessed portion (113) recessed in at least a portion of the first housing.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 11,

The at least one concave portion is,

Provided in plural pieces arranged at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the first housing,

The protruding part is,

A support accessory configured to be inserted into or disengaged from at least one of the plurality of recessed portions when the cover rotates relative to the first housing.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 12,

A support accessory further comprising an interior sheet 160 laminated on one surface of the cover.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 13,

The stand is,

a first state covering the outer surface of the second housing; and

A support accessory configured to provide a second state slidably moved in a direction away from the second housing.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 14,

The stand is,

A support accessory configured to, in the second state, be rotated relative to the second housing to provide a third state forming an angle relative to the second housing.