Foldable display apparatus
US9348450B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K2201/2027
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiment relate to a structure for supporting a bending portion of a flexible display panel in an unfolded state so that the bending portion does not flex when pressed. The structure also enables the bending portion of the flexible display panel to bend at a predetermined curvature in a folded state. The structure includes two rotating plates rotating about two axes that slide relative to flexible supporting members extending from portions of the flexible display panel that do not bend as the flexible display panel is bent. As the flexible display panel is bent, the distance between ends of the rotating plates are increased so that the bending portion of the flexible display panel would have an increased radius of curvature.
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