FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING ROTATORS

Smart overview of the Invention

The foldable electronic device features a housing with two main parts and a hinge assembly enabling folding and unfolding movements. This assembly includes a bracket, a first rotator, and a second rotator. The second rotator is linked to the first and rotates with respect to the bracket during folding. Once the second rotator reaches a specific angle, the first rotator begins to rotate in conjunction with it, enhancing the device's folding mechanism.

Background

The field of foldable electronic devices involves housings with rotatable parts and flexible displays, which bend as the housing rotates. Traditional devices use hinge assemblies to connect housing parts, allowing for folded, unfolded, and intermediate states. This technology aims to improve upon existing methods by introducing a more dynamic hinge assembly that enhances the folding experience.

Innovative Mechanism

The invention introduces a foldable electronic device with a sophisticated hinge assembly. The hinge connects two housing parts and includes a bracket, a first rotator, and a second rotator. The second rotator is designed to rotate relative to the bracket during folding, and the first rotator begins rotating once the second rotator reaches a predetermined angle, ensuring a smooth transition between folded and unfolded states.

Advanced Configuration

Additional embodiments include a device with three housing parts and two distinct hinge assemblies. Each hinge assembly is partially housed within its respective hinge housing part. The device features a flexible display spanning all housing parts. The hinge assemblies allow for varied rotation ranges, providing a more versatile folding mechanism while maintaining the integrity of the flexible display.

Device Components

The electronic device integrates various components, including a processor, memory, input and output modules, sensors, and communication features. The processor executes software to manage these components, enabling data processing and communication. An auxiliary processor may handle specific functions efficiently, such as artificial intelligence tasks, enhancing the device's functionality and user experience.