WO2025228024A1 - Mécanisme de pliage et dispositif électronique - Google Patents

Mécanisme de pliage et dispositif électronique

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WO2025228024A1
WO2025228024A1 PCT/CN2025/085176 CN2025085176W WO2025228024A1 WO 2025228024 A1 WO2025228024 A1 WO 2025228024A1 CN 2025085176 W CN2025085176 W CN 2025085176W WO 2025228024 A1 WO2025228024 A1 WO 2025228024A1
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main shaft
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唐泽成
徐正一
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Huawei Technologies Co Ltd
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04M—TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION
    • H04M1/00—Substation equipment, e.g. for use by subscribers
    • H04M1/02—Constructional features of telephone sets
    • H04M1/0202—Portable telephone sets, e.g. cordless phones, mobile phones or bar type handsets
    • H04M1/0206—Portable telephones comprising a plurality of mechanically joined movable body parts, e.g. hinged housings
    • H04M1/0208—Portable telephones comprising a plurality of mechanically joined movable body parts, e.g. hinged housings characterized by the relative motions of the body parts
    • H04M1/0214—Foldable telephones, i.e. with body parts pivoting to an open position around an axis parallel to the plane they define in closed position
    • H04M1/0216—Foldable in one direction, i.e. using a one degree of freedom hinge
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04M—TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION
    • H04M1/00—Substation equipment, e.g. for use by subscribers
    • H04M1/02—Constructional features of telephone sets
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
    • H04M—TELEPHONIC COMMUNICATION
    • H04M1/00—Substation equipment, e.g. for use by subscribers
    • H04M1/02—Constructional features of telephone sets
    • H04M1/0202—Portable telephone sets, e.g. cordless phones, mobile phones or bar type handsets
    • H04M1/026—Details of the structure or mounting of specific components
    • H04M1/0266—Details of the structure or mounting of specific components for a display module assembly
    • H04M1/0268—Details of the structure or mounting of specific components for a display module assembly including a flexible display panel

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  • This application relates to the field of foldable electronic products technology, and in particular to a folding mechanism and electronic device.
  • foldable electronic devices are becoming increasingly widely used.
  • small-sized foldable electronic devices are gaining popularity among users.
  • Traditional small-sized foldable electronic devices generally employ a two-panel folding mechanism.
  • the two panels tend to accumulate on the main shaft, resulting in a thick folding mechanism. This presents a significant bottleneck in achieving a thinner design for small-sized foldable electronic devices.
  • This application provides a small-sized folding mechanism and electronic device that can achieve a thin profile.
  • this application provides a folding mechanism.
  • the folding mechanism includes a main shaft, a first fixed frame, a second fixed frame, a first connecting member, a second connecting member, a third connecting member, a fourth connecting member, a first support plate, and a second support plate, wherein the main shaft is located between the first fixed frame and the second fixed frame;
  • the first connector, the main shaft, and the first fixing frame are all connected by an arc-shaped block and an arc-shaped groove to form a rotatable connection structure; the second connector, the main shaft, and the second fixing frame are all connected by an arc-shaped block and an arc-shaped groove to form a rotatable connection structure.
  • the first support plate is fixedly connected to the first connector, and the second support plate is fixedly connected to the second connector.
  • the folding mechanism When the folding mechanism is in the unfolded state, the first support plate and the second support plate together form a support surface.
  • the folding mechanism When the folding mechanism is in the folded state, the first support plate and the second support plate are arranged opposite to each other and together with the main shaft, they form an accommodating space.
  • this implementation includes a first support plate and a second support plate.
  • the first and second support plates jointly support the second display area of the flexible screen when the electronic device is in a flattened state, and enclose an accommodating space when the electronic device is in a folded state.
  • the folding mechanism of this embodiment has fewer components, simpler mating relationships and positions, and easier-to-manufacture and assemble components. This simplifies the structure of the folding mechanism, enabling miniaturization, and reduces cost, making mass production easier.
  • first connecting member, the main shaft, and the first fixed frame all form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of arc-shaped blocks and arc-shaped grooves;
  • second connecting member, the main shaft, and the second fixed frame all form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of arc-shaped blocks and arc-shaped grooves;
  • third connecting member, the main shaft, and the first fixed frame all form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of arc-shaped blocks and arc-shaped grooves;
  • fourth connecting member, the main shaft, and the second fixed frame all form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of arc-shaped blocks and arc-shaped grooves.
  • the rotating connection structure of this embodiment is simple, occupies little space, and is conducive to reducing the thickness of the folding mechanism, making it easier to achieve a thinner and lighter folding mechanism. Therefore, the folding mechanism of this embodiment can achieve both miniaturization and thinning.
  • the first support plate is fixed to the first connector, it can move along with the first connector. Furthermore, since the second support plate is fixed to the second connector, it moves along with the second connector. Thus, during the transition of the folding mechanism from a folded state to a flattened state, and vice versa, the first and second support plates gradually move closer to or further away from the main shaft. This ensures that the folding mechanism can fully support the flexible screen in all its configurations, improving the reliability and lifespan of the flexible screen and electronic devices.
  • the first connector and the second connector can control the movement of the first housing and the second housing while also controlling the movement of the first support plate and the second support plate. Therefore, the folding mechanism has a high degree of integration, a simple overall connection relationship, and high reliability.
  • the main shaft is provided with an arc-shaped groove
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes an arc-shaped block, which is disposed within the arc-shaped groove of the main shaft.
  • the main shaft is provided with an arc-shaped groove
  • the third rotating end of the third connector includes an arc-shaped block, which is disposed within the arc-shaped groove of the main shaft. It is understood that the rotational connection structure formed by the third rotating end of the third connector and the main shaft in this implementation is simple, occupies little space, and is beneficial for reducing the thickness of the folding mechanism, making it easier to achieve a thinner and lighter design for the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the first fixing frame is provided with an arc-shaped groove
  • the fourth rotating end of the third connector includes an arc-shaped block, which is disposed within the arc-shaped groove of the first fixing frame. It is understood that the rotational connection structure formed by the fourth rotating end of the third connector and the first fixing frame in this implementation is simple, occupies little space, and is beneficial for reducing the thickness of the folding mechanism, making it easier to achieve a thinner and lighter design for the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the main shaft is provided with a first arc-shaped groove and a second arc-shaped groove spaced apart.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a first end portion, a middle portion, and a second end portion connected in sequence. Both the first end portion and the second end portion of the first rotating end portion of the first connector are arc-shaped.
  • the first end portion of the first rotating end portion of the first connector portion is located within the first arc-shaped groove of the main shaft, and the second end portion of the first rotating end portion of the first connector portion is located within the second arc-shaped groove of the main shaft.
  • the rotating connection structure formed by the first rotating end portion of the first connector portion and the main shaft in this implementation is simple, occupies little space, and is beneficial for reducing the thickness of the folding mechanism, making it easier to achieve a thinner and lighter design for the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the first fixing frame is provided with a first arc-shaped groove and a second arc-shaped groove spaced apart.
  • the second rotating end of the first connector includes a first end, a middle part, and a second end connected in sequence. Both the first end and the second end of the second rotating end of the first connector are arc-shaped.
  • the first end of the second rotating end of the first connector is located in the first arc-shaped groove of the first fixing frame, and the second end of the second rotating end of the first connector is located in the second arc-shaped groove of the first fixing frame.
  • the rotating connection structure formed by the second rotating end of the first connector and the first fixing frame in this implementation is simple, occupies little space, and is conducive to reducing the thickness of the folding mechanism, making it easier to achieve a thinner and lighter design for the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the main shaft is provided with a fifth arc-shaped groove and a sixth arc-shaped groove spaced apart.
  • the third rotating end of the third connector includes a first end, a middle part, and a second end connected in sequence. Both the first end and the second end of the third rotating end of the third connector are arc-shaped.
  • the first end of the third rotating end of the third connector is located in the fifth arc-shaped groove of the main shaft, and the second end of the third rotating end of the third connector is located in the sixth arc-shaped groove of the main shaft.
  • the rotating connection structure formed by the third rotating end of the third connector and the main shaft in this implementation is simple, occupies little space, and is conducive to reducing the thickness of the folding mechanism, making it easier to achieve a thinner and lighter design for the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the first fixing frame is further provided with a third arc-shaped groove, and the fourth rotating end of the third connector is arc-shaped, with the fourth rotating end of the third connector disposed within the third arc-shaped groove of the first fixing frame. It is understood that the rotational connection structure formed by the fourth rotating end of the third connector and the first fixing frame in this implementation is simple, occupies little space, and is beneficial for reducing the thickness of the folding mechanism, making it easier to achieve a thinner and lighter design for the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the first support plate is provided with a first clearance hole.
  • the middle part of the third rotating end of the third connector is located within the first clearance hole, and together with the first support plate and the second support plate, forms the support surface.
  • the first support plate is stacked on the third rotating end of the third connector.
  • the third rotating end of the third connector easily raises the first support plate, resulting in a higher thickness of the folding mechanism in the Z-axis direction, which is detrimental to the thinner design of the folding mechanism and the electronic device.
  • the third rotating end of the third connector needs sufficient thickness to ensure the overall strength of the third connector
  • the height to which the third rotating end of the third connector raises the first support plate is even greater.
  • the thickness of the folding mechanism in the Z-axis direction is even greater.
  • the middle part of the third rotating end of the third connector by placing the middle part of the third rotating end of the third connector within the first clearance hole when the folding mechanism is in the flattened state, the problem of the third rotating end of the third connector raising the first support plate and resulting in a thicker folding mechanism and electronic device is solved.
  • the middle part of the third rotating end of the third connector overlaps with the first support plate, resulting in high space utilization in the Z-axis direction, which is beneficial for the thinner design of folding mechanisms and electronic devices.
  • the first support plate is stacked on the third rotating end of the third connector.
  • This can cause the third rotating end of the third connector to compress the accommodating space, resulting in a smaller accommodating space and affecting the reliability of the flexible screen.
  • the middle of the third rotating end of the third connector is located within the first clearance hole and forms the accommodating space together with the first and second support plates. This prevents the third rotating end of the third connector from compressing the accommodating space, thus maintaining the accommodating space's size and improving the reliability of the flexible screen.
  • a portion of the first end of the third rotating end of the third connector and a portion of the second end of the third rotating end of the third connector are located within the first clearance hole, and together with the middle portion of the third rotating end of the third connector, the first support plate, and the second support plate, they form the support surface.
  • the problem of the folding mechanism and electronic device being too thick due to the third rotating end of the third connector being raised by the first support plate can be further solved, so as to achieve a thinner design for the folding mechanism and electronic device.
  • a portion of the first end of the third rotating end of the third connector and a portion of the second end of the third rotating end of the third connector are located within the first clearance hole, and together with the middle portion of the third rotating end of the third connector, the first support plate, and the second support plate, form the receiving space.
  • the third rotating end of the third connector can further prevent it from compressing the receiving space, the size of the receiving space no longer decreases, and the reliability of the flexible screen is improved.
  • the second support plate is provided with a second clearance hole.
  • the middle part of the third rotating end of the fourth connector is located in the second clearance hole, and together with the middle part of the third rotating end of the third connector, the first support plate, and the second support plate, they form the support surface.
  • the second support plate is provided with a second clearance hole.
  • the middle part of the third rotating end of the fourth connector is located within the second clearance hole, and together with the middle part of the third rotating end of the third connector, the first support plate, and the second support plate, forms the receiving space.
  • the third rotating end of the fourth connector no longer compresses the receiving space, the size of the receiving space no longer decreases, and the reliability of the flexible screen is better.
  • the edge of the third rotating end of the third connector near the third rotating end of the fourth connector is the first edge
  • the edge of the third rotating end of the fourth connector near the third rotating end of the third connector is the second edge.
  • the distance between the first edge and the second edge is less than or equal to 1.5 mm.
  • the folding mechanism includes a synchronizing element, which includes a base, a first transmission block, and a second transmission block, the first transmission block and the second transmission block protruding from the base;
  • the base is slidably connected to the main shaft. A portion of the base is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the second connector.
  • the first transmission block is movably connected to the first rotating end of the first connector, and the second transmission block is movably connected to the first rotating end of the second connector.
  • a synchronizing element is used to ensure that the first and second connecting members rotate synchronously during the movement of the folding mechanism, that is, synchronously move closer to or further away from each other. Since the first connecting member is rotatably connected to a first fixed frame fixedly connected to the first housing, and the second connecting member is rotatably connected to a second fixed frame fixedly connected to the second housing, the rotational movements of the first and second housings relative to the main shaft are well synchronized, improving the operational experience of the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the first and second connecting members since part of the base is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the first connecting member, and part is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the second connecting member, the first and second connecting members, while controlling the movement of the first and second housings, also limit the synchronization member in the Z-axis direction. Therefore, the folding mechanism has a high degree of integration, a simple overall connection relationship, and high reliability.
  • the first and second connecting members have a multi-functional effect.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector is provided with a first spiral groove
  • the first rotating end of the second connector is provided with a second spiral groove
  • Both the first transmission block and the second transmission block are spiral-shaped, with the first transmission block disposed in the first spiral groove and the second transmission block disposed in the second spiral groove.
  • the synchronizing member in this embodiment can be made thinner, which is beneficial to the slim design of the folding mechanism and electronic device.
  • the synchronizing element includes a guide block protruding from the base, the guide block being disposed opposite to both the first transmission block and the second transmission block; the main shaft is provided with a first guide groove, the guide block being disposed within the first guide groove, and the base being slidably connected to the main shaft via the guide block.
  • the guide block of the synchronizing element can be located within the first guide groove of the main shaft.
  • the base is slidably connected to the main shaft via the guide block, that is, the synchronizing element and the main shaft are slidably connected along the Y-axis.
  • the two side walls of the first guide groove in the X-axis direction can limit the guide block of the synchronizing element, thereby preventing the synchronizing element from moving along the X-axis.
  • the folding mechanism includes a damping element disposed on the main shaft, the damping element being used to apply a damping force to the first connector and/or the second connector.
  • the damping element enables the first and second connecting parts to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, allowing the first and second housings to better maintain a flattened or closed state, thus improving the user experience. Furthermore, the damping element provides resistance during the unfolding of the electronic device into an open state and during folding to unfold, allowing the user to experience better tactile feedback from the mechanism.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector is provided with a first mounting space, the first mounting space including a first sidewall and a second sidewall disposed opposite to each other; the first rotating end of the second connector is provided with a second mounting space, the second mounting space including a first sidewall and a second sidewall disposed opposite to each other.
  • the damping component includes a first bracket, a second bracket, and an elastic element.
  • the elastic element is connected between the first bracket and the second bracket.
  • the first bracket and the second bracket are slidably connected to the main shaft and are located in the first mounting space and the second mounting space.
  • the elastic element is in a compressed state, and the first bracket is located between the elastic element and the first side wall of the first mounting space and the first side wall of the second mounting space.
  • the second bracket is located between the elastic element and the second side wall of the first mounting space and the second side wall of the second mounting space.
  • the elastic element can push the first bracket against the first side wall of the first mounting space and the first side wall of the second mounting space, and the elastic element can also push the second bracket against the second side wall of the first mounting space and the second side wall of the second mounting space.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a first protrusion that protrudes from the first sidewall of the first mounting space; the first rotating end of the second connector includes a second protrusion that protrudes from the first sidewall of the second mounting space; the first bracket includes a first substrate, a first protrusion, and a second protrusion, the first protrusion and the second protrusion being spaced apart and protruding from the second surface of the first substrate.
  • the first protrusion of the first connector and the first protrusion of the first bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure, and the second protrusion of the second connector and the second protrusion of the first bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector forms a first locking structure with the first bracket.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector forms a second locking structure with the first bracket.
  • the first and second locking structures enable the first connector to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, allowing the first and second housings to better maintain a flattened or closed state when the folding mechanism is applied to electronic devices, thus improving the user experience.
  • the first and second locking structures provide a certain amount of resistance during the unfolding process to enter the open state and during the folding process to release the flattened state, allowing the user to experience a better tactile feedback from the mechanism.
  • the first rotating end of the second connector forms a third locking structure with the first bracket.
  • the first rotating end of the second connector forms a fourth locking structure with the first bracket.
  • the third and fourth locking structures allow the second connector to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, enabling the first and second housings to better maintain a flattened or closed state, thus improving the user experience.
  • the third and fourth locking structures provide a certain amount of resistance during the unfolding process to enter the open state and during the folding process to release the flattened state, allowing the user to experience a better tactile feedback from the mechanism.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a third protrusion that protrudes from the second sidewall of the first mounting space; the first rotating end of the second connector includes a fourth protrusion that protrudes from the second sidewall of the second mounting space; the second bracket includes a second base plate, a third protrusion, and a fourth protrusion that protrude from the second surface of the second base plate at intervals.
  • the third protrusion of the first connector and the third protrusion of the second bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure, and the fourth protrusion of the second connector and the fourth protrusion of the second bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector forms a first locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector forms a second locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • the first and second locking structures enable the first connector to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, allowing the first and second housings to better maintain a flattened or closed state, improving the user experience.
  • the first and second locking structures provide a certain amount of resistance during the unfolding process to enter the open state and during the folding process to release the flattened state, allowing the user to experience a better tactile feedback from the mechanism.
  • the first rotating end of the second connector forms a third locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • the first rotating end of the second connector forms a fourth locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • These third and fourth locking structures allow the second connector to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, enabling the first and second housings to better maintain their flattened or closed states, thus improving the user experience.
  • the third and fourth locking structures provide a certain amount of resistance during the unfolding process to enter the open state and during the folding process to release the flattened state, allowing the user to experience a better tactile feedback from the mechanism.
  • the first protrusion of the first connector, the first protrusion of the first bracket, the third protrusion of the first connector, and the third protrusion of the second bracket are all arc-shaped. This results in a simpler mating structure between the first protrusion of the first connector and the first protrusion of the first bracket, and between the third protrusion of the first connector and the third protrusion of the second bracket, which occupies less space. This allows the damping components to be made thinner, thus facilitating the miniaturization of folding mechanisms and electronic devices.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a first limiting block, which protrudes from the first sidewall of the first mounting space
  • the first rotating end of the second connector includes a second limiting block, which protrudes from the first sidewall of the second mounting space
  • a portion of the first substrate is located between the main shaft and the first limiting block of the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the second limiting block of the first rotating end of the second connector.
  • the first and second connectors since a portion of the first substrate is located between the main shaft and the first limiting block at the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the second limiting block at the first rotating end of the second connector, the first and second connectors, while controlling the movement of the first and second housings, also limit the first support in the Z-axis direction. Therefore, the folding mechanism has a high degree of integration, a simple overall connection relationship, and high reliability.
  • the first and second connectors have a multi-functional effect.
  • a portion of the second substrate is located between the main shaft and the third limiting block at the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the fourth limiting block at the first rotating end of the second connector.
  • the second bracket includes a second fixing post, which protrudes from the first surface of the second substrate, and the first surface of the second substrate and the second surface of the second substrate are disposed opposite to each other; the elastic element is a spring, one end of the elastic element is sleeved on the first fixing post, and the other end is sleeved on the second fixing post.
  • the electronic device includes a first housing, a second housing, a flexible screen, and a folding mechanism as described in the first aspect, wherein the first fixing frame is fixedly connected to the first housing, and the second fixing frame is fixedly connected to the second housing;
  • the folding mechanism of this implementation can achieve both miniaturization and thinness. Therefore, when the folding mechanism is applied to electronic devices, the electronic devices can also achieve both miniaturization and thinness.
  • the synchronizing element includes a base, a first transmission block, and a second transmission block, wherein the first transmission block and the second transmission block protrude from the base;
  • the base is slidably connected to the main shaft. A portion of the base is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the first connecting member, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the second connecting member. Both the first transmission block and the second transmission block are spiral-shaped. The first transmission block is disposed in the first spiral groove, and the second transmission block is disposed in the second spiral groove.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector is provided with a first mounting space, which is located on one side of the first spiral groove.
  • the first mounting space includes a first sidewall and a second sidewall that are disposed opposite to each other.
  • the first rotating end of the second connector is provided with a second mounting space, which is located on one side of the second spiral groove.
  • the second mounting space includes a first sidewall and a second sidewall that are disposed opposite to each other.
  • the damping component includes a first bracket, a second bracket, and an elastic element.
  • the elastic element is connected between the first bracket and the second bracket.
  • the first bracket and the second bracket are slidably connected to the main shaft and are located in the first mounting space and the second mounting space.
  • the elastic element is in a compressed state, and the first bracket is located between the elastic element and the first sidewall of the first mounting space and the first sidewall of the second mounting space.
  • the second bracket is located between the elastic element and the second sidewall of the first mounting space and the second sidewall of the second mounting space.
  • the elastic element can push the first bracket against the first sidewall of the first mounting space and the first sidewall of the second mounting space, and can also push the second bracket against the second sidewall of the first mounting space and the second sidewall of the second mounting space.
  • the synchronizing and damping components in this embodiment can form an integrated synchronously damped folding module with the first connecting member, the second connecting member, and the main shaft.
  • the synchronously damped folding module is smaller in size, which facilitates the miniaturization of the folding mechanism and thus saves internal space in electronic devices.
  • the integrated synchronously damped folding module reduces the manufacturing cost of the folding mechanism.
  • the synchronizing member in this embodiment can be made thinner, which is beneficial to the slim design of the folding mechanism and electronic device.
  • a synchronizing element is used to ensure that the first and second connecting members rotate synchronously during the movement of the folding mechanism, that is, synchronously move closer to or further away from each other. Since the first connecting member is rotatably connected to a first fixed frame fixedly connected to the first housing, and the second connecting member is rotatably connected to a second fixed frame fixedly connected to the second housing, the rotational movements of the first and second housings relative to the main shaft are well synchronized, improving the operational experience of the folding mechanism and electronic devices.
  • the first and second connecting members since part of the base is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the first connecting member, and part is located between the main shaft and the first rotating end of the second connecting member, the first and second connecting members, while controlling the movement of the first and second housings, also limit the synchronization member in the Z-axis direction. Therefore, the folding mechanism has a high degree of integration, a simple overall connection relationship, and high reliability.
  • the first and second connecting members have a multi-functional effect.
  • the cooperation of the first bracket, the second bracket, and the elastic element allows the first and second connecting parts to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, enabling the first and second housings to maintain a flattened or closed state more effectively, thus improving the user experience.
  • the damping element provides resistance during the unfolding of the electronic device to enter the open state and during folding to unfold, providing users with a better sense of mechanical operation.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a first protrusion that protrudes from the first sidewall of the first mounting space; the first rotating end of the second connector includes a second protrusion that protrudes from the first sidewall of the second mounting space; the first bracket includes a first substrate, a first protrusion, and a second protrusion that protrudes from the second surface of the first substrate at a distance from the first protrusion.
  • the first protrusion of the first connector and the first protrusion of the first bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure, and the second protrusion of the second connector and the second protrusion of the first bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a third protrusion that protrudes from the second sidewall of the first mounting space
  • the first rotating end of the second connector includes a fourth protrusion that protrudes from the second sidewall of the second mounting space.
  • the second support includes a second substrate, a third protrusion, and a fourth protrusion, wherein the third protrusion and the fourth protrusion are spaced apart and protrude from the second surface of the second substrate;
  • the third protrusion of the first connector and the third protrusion of the second bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure, and the fourth protrusion of the second connector and the fourth protrusion of the second bracket are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector forms a first locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector forms a second locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • the first and second locking structures enable the first connector to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, allowing the first and second housings to better maintain a flattened or closed state, improving the user experience.
  • the first and second locking structures provide a certain amount of resistance during the unfolding process to enter the open state and during the folding process to release the flattened state, allowing the user to experience a better tactile feedback from the mechanism.
  • the first rotating end of the second connector forms a third locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • the first rotating end of the second connector forms a fourth locking structure with the first and second supports.
  • the third and fourth locking structures allow the second connector to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft, enabling the first and second housings to better maintain a flattened or closed state, improving the user experience.
  • the third and fourth locking structures provide a certain amount of resistance during the unfolding process to enter the open state and during the folding process to release the flattened state, allowing the user to experience a better tactile feedback from the mechanism.
  • the first protrusion of the first connector, the first protrusion of the first bracket, the third protrusion of the first connector, and the third protrusion of the second bracket are all arc-shaped. This results in a simpler mating structure between the first protrusion of the first connector and the first protrusion of the first bracket, and between the third protrusion of the first connector and the third protrusion of the second bracket, which occupies less space. This allows the damping components to be made thinner, thus facilitating the miniaturization of folding mechanisms and electronic devices.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a first limiting block, which protrudes from the first sidewall of the first mounting space; the first rotating end of the second connector includes a second limiting block, which protrudes from the first sidewall of the second mounting space.
  • a portion of the first substrate is located between the main shaft and the first limiting block of the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the second limiting block of the first rotating end of the second connector.
  • the first and second connectors since a portion of the first substrate is located between the main shaft and the first limiting block at the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the second limiting block at the first rotating end of the second connector, the first and second connectors, while controlling the movement of the first and second housings, also limit the first support in the Z-axis direction. Therefore, the folding mechanism has a high degree of integration, a simple overall connection relationship, and high reliability.
  • the first and second connectors have a multi-functional effect.
  • the first rotating end of the first connector includes a third limiting block protruding from the second sidewall of the first mounting space
  • the first rotating end of the second connector includes a fourth limiting block protruding from the second sidewall of the second mounting space.
  • a portion of the second substrate is located between the main shaft and the third limiting block at the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the fourth limiting block at the first rotating end of the second connector.
  • the first and second connectors since a portion of the second substrate is located between the main shaft and the third limiting block at the first rotating end of the first connector, and a portion is located between the main shaft and the fourth limiting block at the first rotating end of the second connector, the first and second connectors, while controlling the movement of the first and second housings, also limit the first support in the Z-axis direction. Therefore, the folding mechanism has high integration, a simple overall connection, and high reliability.
  • the first and second connectors have a multi-functional effect.
  • the first support includes a first fixing post protruding from a first surface of the first substrate, the first surface of the first substrate and the second surface of the first substrate being disposed opposite to each other;
  • the second support includes a second fixing post protruding from a first surface of the second substrate, the first surface of the second substrate and the second surface of the second substrate being disposed opposite to each other.
  • the elastic element is a spring, with one end of the elastic element sleeved on the first fixed post and the other end sleeved on the second fixed post.
  • the elastic element in this implementation has a simple structure. Furthermore, the connection between the elastic element and the first and second supports is also simple.
  • the synchronizing element includes a guide block that protrudes from the base.
  • the guide block is disposed opposite to both the first transmission block and the second transmission block.
  • the main shaft is provided with a first guide groove
  • the guide block is disposed in the first guide groove
  • the base is slidably connected to the main shaft through the guide block.
  • the guide block of the synchronizing element can be located within the first guide groove of the main shaft.
  • the base is slidably connected to the main shaft via the guide block, that is, the synchronizing element and the main shaft are slidably connected along the Y-axis.
  • the two side walls of the first guide groove in the X-axis direction can limit the guide block of the synchronizing element, thereby preventing the synchronizing element from moving along the X-axis.
  • the electronic device includes a first housing, a second housing, a flexible screen, and a folding mechanism as described in the third aspect above; the second rotating end of the first connector is movably connected to the first housing, and the second rotating end of the second connector is movably connected to the second housing;
  • the flexible screen includes a first display area, a second display area, and a third display area connected in sequence.
  • the first display area is fixed to the first housing, and the third display area is fixed to the second housing.
  • the synchronizing element and damping element in this embodiment can form an integrated synchronized damping folding module with the first connecting element, the second connecting element, and the main shaft, the size of the synchronized damping folding module of the folding mechanism is smaller, which is beneficial for the miniaturization of the folding mechanism and thus helps save internal space in the electronic device, which in turn is beneficial for the miniaturization of the electronic device.
  • the integrated synchronized damping folding module can reduce the manufacturing cost of the folding mechanism, which in turn can reduce the manufacturing cost of the electronic device.
  • Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the electronic device provided in the embodiment of this application in a flattened state
  • Figure 2 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the electronic device shown in Figure 1 along line A-A;
  • Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of one embodiment of the electronic device shown in Figure 1 in a folded state
  • Figure 4 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the electronic device shown in Figure 3 at line B-B;
  • Figure 5 is a partially exploded view of one embodiment of the electronic device shown in Figure 1;
  • Figure 6 is a partially exploded view of the folding mechanism, the first housing, and the second housing shown in Figure 5 in one embodiment
  • Figure 7 is a partially exploded view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism shown in Figure 6;
  • Figure 8 is an enlarged schematic diagram of one embodiment of the main shaft shown in Figure 7 at point C;
  • Figure 9 is a structural schematic diagram of the main shaft shown in Figure 7 at another angle
  • Figure 10 is a partially exploded view of one embodiment of the first connecting component shown in Figure 7;
  • Figure 11 is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first and second fixing frames shown in Figure 10;
  • Figure 12 is a structural schematic diagram of the first and second fixing frames shown in Figure 11 from another angle;
  • Figure 13 is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first and second connectors shown in Figure 10;
  • Figure 14 is a structural schematic diagram of the first and second connectors shown in Figure 13 from another angle;
  • Figure 15 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism shown in Figure 6;
  • Figure 16 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 15 along line D1-D1.
  • Figure 17 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 15 at line D2-D2;
  • Figure 18 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 15 at line D3-D3;
  • Figure 19 is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the third and fourth connectors shown in Figure 10;
  • Figure 20 is a structural schematic diagram of the third and fourth connectors shown in Figure 19 from another angle;
  • Figure 21 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism shown in Figure 6;
  • Figure 22 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 21 at line E1-E1;
  • Figure 23 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 21 at line E2-E2;
  • Figure 24 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 21 at line E3-E3;
  • Figure 25 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism shown in Figure 6;
  • Figure 26 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 25 at line F1-F1.
  • Figure 27 is a schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism shown in Figure 25 in a folded state
  • Figure 28 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 27 at line G1-G1.
  • Figure 29 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 25 at line F2-F2;
  • Figure 30 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism shown in Figure 27 at line G2-G2;
  • Figure 32 is an exploded view of the synchronizing component, the first connecting component and the second connecting component shown in Figure 31 from another angle.
  • Figure 33 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first connecting component shown in Figure 7;
  • Figure 35 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism shown in Figure 6 at line H-H;
  • Figure 36 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the electronic device shown in Figure 3 at line I-I;
  • Figure 37 is a structural schematic diagram of the damping element shown in Figure 10 in one embodiment
  • Figure 38 is a partially exploded schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first connecting component shown in Figure 7;
  • Figure 39 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism shown in Figure 6 at line J-J;
  • Figure 40 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the electronic device shown in Figure 3 at the K-K line;
  • Figure 41 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first connecting component shown in Figure 7;
  • Figure 42 is a structural schematic diagram of part of the first connecting component shown in Figure 41 in a folded state
  • Figure 43 is an exploded view of one embodiment of the first connector shown in Figure 10;
  • Figure 44 is an assembly diagram of one embodiment of the first main body and the first disassembled part shown in Figure 43.
  • connection can be a detachable connection or a non-detachable connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be an electrical connection or a mechanical connection.
  • Fixed connection refers to a connection where the relative positional relationship remains unchanged after connection.
  • Rotary connection refers to a connection where the components can rotate relative to each other after connection.
  • Slide connection refers to a connection where the components can slide relative to each other after connection.
  • “Movable connection” refers to a connection where the components can move relative to each other after connection.
  • the integrated structure obtained by a one-piece molding process means that during the formation of one of the two components, that component is connected to the other component without requiring further processing (such as bonding, welding, snap-fit connection, or screw connection) to connect the two components.
  • Components A and B can be arranged relative to each other such that component A is projected along a target direction to obtain projection C, and component B is projected along a target direction to obtain projection D, with projection C and projection D at least largely overlapping.
  • the majority overlap can be any of the following: projection C is completely located within projection D. Alternatively, projection D lies entirely within projection C. Alternatively, projection C and projection D intersect each other, and the intersection area of projection C and projection D accounts for more than 50% of projection C or projection D.
  • first,” “second,” etc. used in the specification and claims of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and not to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such use of data can be interchanged where appropriate so that embodiments of this application can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein, and the objects distinguished by "first,” “second,” etc., are generally of the same class and the number of objects is not limited; for example, a first object can be one or more.
  • “and/or” indicates at least one of the connected objects, and the character “/” generally indicates that the preceding and following objects are in an “or” relationship.
  • “Multiple” means at least two.
  • Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the electronic device 1000 provided in the present application in a flattened state.
  • Figure 2 is a partial cross-sectional view of the electronic device 1000 shown in Figure 1 along line A-A in one embodiment.
  • Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the electronic device 1000 shown in Figure 1 in a folded state in one embodiment.
  • Figure 4 is a partial cross-sectional view of the electronic device 1000 shown in Figure 3 along line B-B in one embodiment.
  • the foldable electronic device 1000 can be a foldable device such as a mobile phone, tablet computer, personal computer, laptop computer, in-vehicle device, or wearable device (such as a smart bracelet).
  • This application provides a detailed description using a mobile phone as an example of the electronic device 1000.
  • the thickness direction of electronic device 1000 is defined as the Z-axis direction
  • the extension direction of the rotation axis of electronic device 1000 is defined as the Y-axis direction
  • the direction perpendicular to both the Y-axis and Z-axis is defined as the X-axis direction. It is understood that the coordinate system of electronic device 1000 can also be flexibly set according to specific requirements.
  • the rotation axis of the electronic device 1000 is in the Y-axis direction, meaning the electronic device 1000 can be relatively flattened or folded along the Y-axis.
  • the electronic device 1000 can be folded horizontally, and the folding and flattening of the electronic device 1000 affects its length.
  • the rotation axis of the electronic device 1000 can also be in the X-axis direction, meaning the electronic device 1000 can be relatively flattened or folded along the X-axis. In this case, the electronic device 1000 can be folded vertically, and the folding and flattening of the electronic device 1000 affects its width.
  • Figure 5 is a partially exploded view of one embodiment of the electronic device 1000 shown in Figure 1.
  • Figure 6 is a partially exploded view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100, the first housing 300, and the second housing 400 shown in Figure 5.
  • the electronic device 1000 includes a folding mechanism 100, a flexible screen 200, a first housing 300, and a second housing 400.
  • the flexible screen 200 can be an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display, an active-matrix organic light-emitting diode (AMOLED) display, a mini organic light-emitting diode (MLED) display, a micro organic light-emitting diode (MOLED) display, or a quantum dot light-emitting diode (QLED) display, etc.
  • the folding mechanism 100 can be an inward folding mechanism or an outward folding mechanism. An inward folding mechanism can fold at least a portion of the flexible screen 200 between the first housing 300 and the second housing 400.
  • An outward folding mechanism can fold at least a portion of the flexible screen 200 to the outside of the first housing 300 and the second housing 400.
  • This application does not limit the specific structure of the folding mechanism 100.
  • the folding mechanism 100 is described as an inner folding mechanism.
  • the thickness direction of the folding mechanism 100 can be the Z-axis direction
  • the length direction of the folding mechanism 100 can be the Y-axis direction
  • the width direction of the folding mechanism 100 can be the X-axis direction.
  • the coordinate system of the folding mechanism 100 can also be flexibly set according to specific needs.
  • a folding mechanism 100 is connected between the first housing 300 and the second housing 400.
  • the folding mechanism 100 is used to unfold or fold the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 relative to each other.
  • first housing 300 and the second housing 400 when the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 are unfolded to a flattened state, the electronic device 1000 is in a flattened state, and the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 can be at a 180° angle. In other embodiments, the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 may also have a slight deviation from 180°, such as 165°, 177°, or 185°.
  • the electronic device 1000 when the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 are folded together to a closed state, the electronic device 1000 is in a folded state.
  • the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 can close together without significant gaps. This results in a better appearance for the electronic device 1000 and improved waterproof, dustproof, and foreign object protection performance.
  • the closing of the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 includes both situations where they are pressed against each other and situations where there is a small gap between them. When there is a small gap between the first housing 300 and the second housing 400, foreign objects from outside the electronic device 1000 will not be able to enter between the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 through this gap.
  • the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 can also be unfolded or folded to an intermediate state, so that the electronic device 1000 is in an intermediate state, which can be any state between the unfolded state and the folded state.
  • the flexible screen 200 includes a first display area 201, a second display area 202, and a third display area 203.
  • the second display area 202 is connected between the first display area 201 and the third display area 203.
  • Figures 1, 2, and 5 schematically distinguish the first display area 201, the second display area 202, and the third display area 203 using dashed lines.
  • the first display area 201 of the flexible screen 200 can be fixed to the first housing 300.
  • the third display area 203 can be fixed to the second housing 400.
  • the first housing 300 can drive the first display area 201 to move
  • the second housing 400 can drive the third display area 203 to move.
  • the second display area 202 can deform.
  • first display area 201 is fixed to the first housing 300 and the third display area 203 is fixed to the second housing 400, when the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 are unfolded or folded relative to each other, the relative unfolding and folding actions between the first display area 201 and the third display area 203 can be accurately controlled, making the folding process and movement of the flexible screen 200 controllable and highly reliable.
  • the flexible screen 200 when the electronic device 1000 is in a flattened state, the flexible screen 200 can also be in a flattened state.
  • the first display area 201, the second display area 202, and the third display area 203 of the flexible screen 200 can be at a 180° angle.
  • the first display area 201, the second display area 202, and the third display area 203 may also deviate slightly from 180°, for example, by 165°, 177°, or 185°.
  • the flexible screen 200 has a continuous large display area, meaning the flexible screen 200 can achieve large-screen display, resulting in a better user experience.
  • the folding mechanism 100 can be used to support the second display area 202.
  • the folding mechanism 100 can be used to improve the pressure resistance and impact resistance of the second display area 202, that is, to ensure that the second display area 202 is not prone to dents or other problems.
  • the flexible screen 200 when the electronic device 1000 is in a folded state, the flexible screen 200 is also folded.
  • the first display area 201 and the third display area 203 of the flexible screen 200 are close together.
  • the second display area 202 is bent.
  • the flexible screen 200 can be roughly teardrop-shaped.
  • the flexible screen 200 is located within the space enclosed by the first housing 300, the folding mechanism 100, and the second housing 400.
  • the first display area 201 and the third display area 203 can be located between the first housing 300 and the second housing 400.
  • the electronic device 1000 has a smaller planar dimension (a smaller width dimension), making it easier for users to carry and store.
  • Figure 7 is a partially exploded view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 6.
  • the folding mechanism 100 includes a main shaft 1, a first connecting assembly 2, a second connecting assembly 3, a first support plate 4, and a second support plate 5.
  • the main shaft 1 extends in the Y-axis direction. It is understood that Figures 5 to 7 only schematically illustrate some components of the folding mechanism 100, and the actual shape, size, position, and construction of these components are not limited by Figures 5 to 7.
  • the spindle 1 is located between the first housing 300 and the second housing 400.
  • a first connecting assembly 2 connects the first housing 300, the spindle 1, and the second housing 400.
  • a second connecting assembly 3 connects the first housing 300, the spindle 1, and the second housing 400.
  • the first connecting assembly 2 and the second connecting assembly 3 may be spaced apart along the length extension direction of the spindle 1 (i.e., the Y-axis direction), for example, they may be connected to the top and bottom of the spindle 1 respectively. It is understood that the first connecting assembly 2 and the second connecting assembly 3 may primarily be used to allow the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 to unfold or fold relative to each other.
  • the second connecting component 3 and the first connecting component 2 can have the same or similar structure, be symmetrical or partially symmetrical, or have different structures.
  • the second connecting component 3 and the first connecting component 2 are symmetrical structures.
  • the basic design of the component structure of the second connecting component 3, the design of the connection relationship between the components, and the design of the connection relationship between the components and other structures outside the component can all refer to the relevant scheme of the first connecting component 2.
  • slight differences are allowed between the second connecting component 3 and the first connecting component 2 in the detailed structure or positional arrangement of the components. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • the following description will take the structure of the first connecting component 2 as an example.
  • the folding mechanism 100 may further include a third connecting component (not shown), a fourth connecting component (not shown), ..., an Nth connecting component (not shown).
  • N is an integer greater than 2.
  • the third connecting component, the fourth connecting component, ..., the Nth connecting component can connect the first housing 300, the main shaft 1, and the second housing 400.
  • the third connecting component, the fourth connecting component, ..., the Nth connecting component can cooperate with the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 to better enable the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 to be relatively unfolded or folded.
  • first support plate 4 can be fixed to the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3.
  • the second support plate 5 can be fixed to the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3.
  • first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 open up to each other.
  • the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can form a support surface 100a.
  • the support surface 100a supports the second display area 202 of the flexible screen 200. Therefore, when the second display area 202 is touched, the second display area 202 is not easily damaged or dented due to external force, thereby significantly improving the reliability of the flexible screen 200.
  • the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can be flush. At this time, the flatness of the flexible screen 200 is better, and the user experience is higher.
  • first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can be fixedly connected to the second display area 202 of the flexible screen 200 by means of bonding or other fixing methods, or the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 may not be connected to the second display area 202 of the flexible screen 200.
  • first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 when the electronic device 1000 is in a folded state, the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 are brought closer together.
  • the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can be arranged opposite each other, and the main shaft 1, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5 can enclose at least a portion of the accommodating space 100b.
  • the second display area 202 of the flexible screen 200 can be located within the accommodating space 100b.
  • the ends of the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 that are away from the main axis 1 are close to each other.
  • the first display area 201 and the third display area 203 of the flexible screen 200 can be close to each other, and even fit together.
  • the flexible screen 200 can be in the shape of a "teardrop".
  • the folding mechanism 100 includes a first support plate 4 and a second support plate 5, and uses the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 to jointly support the second display area 202 of the flexible screen 200 when the electronic device 1000 is in a flattened state, and to enclose the accommodating space 100b when the electronic device 1000 is in a folded state.
  • the folding mechanism 100 of this embodiment has fewer components, simpler mating relationships and positions, and easier-to-manufacture and assemble components. This simplifies the structure of the folding mechanism 100, enabling miniaturization, and reduces cost, making mass production easier.
  • the spindle 1 includes a first end 1a, a middle section 1b, and a second end 1c connected sequentially.
  • the first end 1a of the spindle 1 can be connected to the first connecting assembly 2.
  • the second end 1c of the spindle 1 can be connected to the second connecting assembly 3. It is understood that the second end 1c of the spindle 1 and the first end 1a of the spindle 1 can have the same or similar structure, be symmetrical or partially symmetrical, or have different structures. In this embodiment, the second end 1c of the spindle 1 and the first end 1a of the spindle 1 have symmetrical structures.
  • the basic design of the component structure of the second end 1c of the spindle 1, the design of the connection relationship between components, and the design of the connection relationship between components and other structures besides the assembly can all refer to the relevant scheme of the first end 1a of the spindle 1.
  • the second end 1c of the spindle 1 and the first end 1a of the spindle 1 to have slight differences in the detailed structure or positional arrangement of the components. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • the following description will take the structure of the first end 1a of the spindle 1 as an example.
  • the folding mechanism 100 includes more connecting components.
  • the middle portion 1b of the main shaft 1 can be used to connect with other connecting components. This helps to improve the stability of the folding mechanism 100.
  • Figure 8 is an enlarged schematic diagram of one embodiment of the spindle 1 shown in Figure 7 at point C.
  • Figure 9 is a structural schematic diagram of the spindle 1 shown in Figure 7 at another angle.
  • the first end 1a of the spindle 1 is provided with a first arc-shaped groove 11 and a second arc-shaped groove 12 spaced apart.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 11 and the second arc-shaped groove 12 of the spindle 1 can be arranged spaced apart along the Y-axis direction.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 11 and the second arc-shaped groove 12 of the spindle 1 can communicate with each other.
  • the first end 1a of the spindle 1 is further provided with a third arc-shaped groove 13 and a fourth arc-shaped groove 14 spaced apart.
  • the third arc-shaped groove 13 and the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1 can be arranged spaced apart along the Y-axis direction.
  • the third arc-shaped groove 13 and the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1 can be connected.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 11 and the third arc-shaped groove 13 of the spindle 1 can be arranged at intervals along the X-axis direction.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 11 and the third arc-shaped groove 13 of the spindle 1 can be symmetrically arranged.
  • the relative positions of the first arc-shaped groove 11 and the third arc-shaped groove 13 of the spindle 1 are not specifically limited.
  • the second arc-shaped groove 12 and the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1 can be arranged at intervals along the X-axis direction.
  • the second arc-shaped groove 12 and the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1 can be symmetrically arranged.
  • the relative positions of the second arc-shaped groove 12 and the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1 are not specifically limited.
  • the first end 1a of the spindle 1 is further provided with a fifth arc-shaped groove 15 and a sixth arc-shaped groove 16 spaced apart.
  • the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 of the spindle 1 is located on the side of the second arc-shaped groove 12 of the spindle 1 away from the first arc-shaped groove 11 of the spindle 1.
  • the sixth arc-shaped groove 16 of the spindle 1 is located on the side of the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 of the spindle 1 away from the second arc-shaped groove 12 of the spindle 1.
  • the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 and the sixth arc-shaped groove 16 of the spindle 1 can be arranged spaced apart along the Y-axis direction.
  • the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 and the sixth arc-shaped groove 16 of the spindle 1 can be connected.
  • the first end 1a of the spindle 1 is further provided with a seventh arc-shaped groove 17 and an eighth arc-shaped groove 18 spaced apart.
  • the seventh arc-shaped groove 17 of the spindle 1 may be located on the side of the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1 away from the third arc-shaped groove 13 of the spindle 1.
  • the eighth arc-shaped groove 18 of the spindle 1 may be located on the side of the seventh arc-shaped groove 17 of the spindle 1 away from the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1.
  • the seventh arc-shaped groove 17 and the eighth arc-shaped groove 18 of the spindle 1 may be connected.
  • the seventh arc-shaped groove 17 and the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 of the spindle 1 can be arranged at intervals along the X-axis direction.
  • the seventh arc-shaped groove 17 and the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 of the spindle 1 can be symmetrically arranged.
  • the relative positions of the seventh arc-shaped groove 17 and the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 of the spindle 1 are not specifically limited.
  • Figure 10 is a partially exploded view of one embodiment of the first connecting component 2 shown in Figure 7.
  • the first connecting assembly 2 includes a first fixing frame 21, a second fixing frame 22, a first connector 23, a second connector 24, a third connector 25, a fourth connector 26, a synchronizing element 27, and a damping element 28. It is understood that Figure 10 and the related figures below only schematically show some of the components included in the first connecting assembly 2, and the actual shape, size, position, and construction of these components are not limited by Figure 10 and the figures below. In other embodiments, the first connecting assembly 2 may have more or fewer components. For example, the first connecting assembly 2 may also exclude the synchronizing element 27 and/or the damping element 28.
  • Figure 11 is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first fixing frame 21 and the second fixing frame 22 shown in Figure 10.
  • Figure 12 is a structural schematic diagram of the first fixing frame 21 and the second fixing frame 22 shown in Figure 11 from another angle.
  • the first fixing frame 21 is provided with a first arc-shaped groove 211 and a second arc-shaped groove 212 spaced apart.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 211 and the second arc-shaped groove 212 of the first fixing frame 21 can be arranged at intervals along the Y-axis direction.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 211 and the second arc-shaped groove 212 of the first fixing frame 21 can be connected.
  • the first fixing frame 21 is further provided with a third arc-shaped groove 213.
  • the third arc-shaped groove 213 of the first fixing frame 21 may be located on the side of the second arc-shaped groove 212 of the first fixing frame 21 that is away from the first arc-shaped groove 211 of the first fixing frame 21.
  • the first fixing frame 21 is also provided with a first clearance space 214.
  • the first clearance space 214 is connected to the third arc-shaped groove 213 of the first fixing frame 21.
  • the second fixing frame 22 is provided with a first arc-shaped groove 221 and a second arc-shaped groove 222 spaced apart.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 221 and the second arc-shaped groove 222 of the second fixing frame 22 can be arranged spaced apart along the Y-axis direction.
  • the first arc-shaped groove 221 and the second arc-shaped groove 222 of the second fixing frame 22 can communicate with each other.
  • the second fixing frame 22 is also provided with a third arc-shaped groove 223.
  • the third arc-shaped groove 223 of the second fixing frame 22 can be located on the side of the second arc-shaped groove 222 of the second fixing frame 22 that is away from the first arc-shaped groove 221 of the second fixing frame 22.
  • the second fixing frame 22 is also provided with a second clearance space 224.
  • the second clearance space 224 is connected to the third arc-shaped groove 223 of the second fixing frame 22.
  • the second fixing frame 22 and the first fixing frame 21 can have the same or similar structure, symmetrical or partially symmetrical structure, or different structure.
  • the second fixing frame 22 and the first fixing frame 21 are symmetrical structures.
  • the basic design of the component structure of the second fixing frame 22, the design of the connection relationship between the components, and the design of the connection relationship between the components and other structures outside the assembly can all refer to the relevant scheme of the first fixing frame 21.
  • it is permissible for the second fixing frame 22 and the first fixing frame 21 to have slight differences in the detailed structure or positional arrangement of the components. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • Figure 13 is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first connector 23 and the second connector 24 shown in Figure 10.
  • Figure 14 is a structural schematic diagram of the first connector 23 and the second connector 24 shown in Figure 13 from another angle.
  • the first connector 23 includes a first rotating end 231, a first connecting segment 232, and a second rotating end 233.
  • the first connecting segment 232 connects the first rotating end 231 and the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23.
  • the first connector 23 can be an integrally formed structural component to achieve high structural strength. In other embodiments, the first connector 23 may not include the first connecting segment 232.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 includes a first end portion 2311, a middle portion 2312, and a second end portion 2313 connected in sequence.
  • the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is connected between the first end portion 2311 and the second end portion 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • Both the first end portion 2311 and the second end portion 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 are arc-shaped.
  • the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may be provided with a first mounting space 2314.
  • the first mounting space 2314 of the first connector 23 can be used to assemble other structural components to cooperate with other structural components to achieve connection. It is understood that the shape, size and number of the first mounting spaces 2314 are not specifically limited.
  • the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may not be provided with a first mounting space 2314.
  • the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may also be set as an arc shape. In this way, the first end 2311, the middle portion 2312 and the second end 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 can form a complete arc-shaped block.
  • the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 may also include a first end 2331, a middle portion 2332, and a second end 2333 connected in sequence. It is understood that the arrangement of the first end 2331, the middle portion 2332, and the second end 2333 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 can be referenced to the arrangement of the first end 2311, the middle portion 2312, and the second end 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • the first end 2331 and the second end 2333 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 may also be arc-shaped. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • the second connector 24 may also include a first rotating end 241, a first connecting segment 242, and a second rotating end 243. It is understood that the arrangement of the first rotating end 241, the first connecting segment 242, and the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 can be referenced to the arrangement of the first rotating end 231, the first connecting segment 232, and the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 includes a first end portion 2411, a middle portion 2412, and a second end portion 2413 connected in sequence. Both the first end portion 2411 and the second end portion 2413 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 are arc-shaped.
  • the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 includes a first end portion 2431, a middle portion 2432, and a second end portion 2433 connected in sequence. Both the first end portion 2431 and the second end portion 2433 of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 are also arc-shaped. Specific details will not be elaborated here. In other embodiments, the second connector 24 may not include the first connector segment 242.
  • Figure 15 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 6.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis.
  • the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is rotatably connected to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis.
  • the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 is rotatably connected to the second fixed frame 22 via a virtual axis.
  • Figure 16 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 15 along line D1-D1.
  • the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is disposed within the first arc-shaped groove 11 of the main shaft 1.
  • the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the main shaft 1 form a rotating connection structure through the engagement of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove. That is, the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the main shaft 1 can be rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • Figure 17 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 15 along line D2-D2.
  • the second end 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is disposed within the second arc-shaped groove 12 of the main shaft 1.
  • the second end 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the main shaft 1 form a rotating connection structure through the engagement of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove. That is, the second end 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the main shaft 1 can be rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the main shaft 1 can form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc block and the arc groove, that is, the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 through a virtual axis.
  • the arrangement of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 rotatably connecting to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis is not limited to the structures described in Figures 8, 9, 13, 14, 16, and 17.
  • the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may be arc-shaped.
  • the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is disposed within the arc-shaped groove of the main shaft 1.
  • the main shaft 1 is provided with an arc-shaped groove.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 includes an arc-shaped block.
  • the arc-shaped block of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may be disposed within the arc-shaped groove of the main shaft 1.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis.
  • this application does not limit the specific arrangement.
  • other structural arrangements can be used to enable the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 to be rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis. This application does not specifically limit the details.
  • the first end 2331 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is disposed within the first arc-shaped groove 211 of the first fixing frame 21.
  • the first end 2331 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first fixing frame 21 form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove, that is, the first end 2331 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first fixing frame 21 are rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • the second end 2333 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is disposed within the second arc-shaped groove 212 of the first fixing frame 21.
  • the second end 2333 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first fixing frame 21 form a rotating connection structure through the engagement of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove, that is, the second end 2333 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first fixing frame 21 are rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • the first end 2331 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first fixed frame 21 can form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove
  • the second end 2333 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first fixed frame 21 can form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove, that is, the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 can be rotatably connected to the first fixed frame 21 through the virtual axis.
  • the arrangement of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 rotatably connecting to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis is not limited to the structures described in Figures 11 to 17.
  • the middle portion 2332 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 may be arc-shaped.
  • the middle portion 2332 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is disposed within the arc-shaped groove of the first fixed frame 21.
  • the first fixed frame 21 is provided with an arc-shaped groove.
  • the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 includes an arc-shaped block.
  • the arc-shaped block of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 may be disposed within the arc-shaped groove of the first fixed frame 21.
  • the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is rotatably connected to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis.
  • this application does not limit the specific arrangement.
  • other structural arrangements can be used to allow the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 to be rotatably connected to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis. This application does not specifically limit the details.
  • the first end 2411 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 is located in the third arc-shaped groove 13 of the spindle 1, and the second end 2413 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 is located in the fourth arc-shaped groove 14 of the spindle 1, so that the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 is rotatably connected to the spindle 1 via a virtual axis.
  • the arrangement of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 rotatably connecting to the spindle 1 via a virtual axis can be referenced to the arrangement of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 rotatably connecting to the spindle 1 via a virtual axis. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • the first end 2431 of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 is disposed within the first arc-shaped groove 221 of the second fixed frame 22, and the second end 2433 of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 is disposed within the second arc-shaped groove 222 of the second fixed frame 22, so that the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 is rotatably connected to the second fixed frame 22 via a virtual axis.
  • the arrangement of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 rotatably connecting to the second fixed frame 22 via a virtual axis can be referenced to the arrangement of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 rotatably connecting to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • Figure 18 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 15 along line D3-D3.
  • the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 when the electronic device 1000 is in a flattened state, can also be in contact with the main shaft 1, and the surfaces in contact with each other can be arc surfaces. It is understood that the positional relationship between the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the main shaft 1 is not specifically limited in this embodiment.
  • the middle part 2332 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is located between the first arc-shaped groove 211 and the second arc-shaped groove 212 of the first fixing frame 21, and the middle part 2332 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is in contact with the first fixing frame 21, and the surfaces in contact with each other can be arc surfaces.
  • the middle portion 2332 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 may also be spaced apart from the first fixing frame 21. It is understood that the positional relationship between the middle portion 2332 of the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first fixing frame 21 is not specifically limited in this embodiment.
  • the middle portion 2412 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 when the electronic device 1000 is in a flattened state, can also be in contact with the main shaft 1, and the surfaces in contact with each other can both be curved surfaces. It is understood that the positional relationship between the middle portion 2412 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 and the main shaft 1 is not specifically limited in this embodiment.
  • the middle part 2432 of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 is located between the first arc groove 221 and the second arc groove 222 of the second fixing frame 22, and the middle part 2432 of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 is in contact with the second fixing frame 22, and the surfaces in contact with each other can be arc surfaces.
  • the middle portion 2432 of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 may also be spaced apart from the second fixing frame 22. It is understood that the positional relationship between the middle portion 2432 of the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 and the second fixing frame 22 is not specifically limited in this embodiment.
  • Figure 19 is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the third connector 25 and the fourth connector 26 shown in Figure 10.
  • Figure 20 is a structural schematic diagram of the third connector 25 and the fourth connector 26 shown in Figure 19 from another angle.
  • the third connector 25 includes a third rotating end 251, a second connecting segment 252, and a fourth rotating end 253.
  • the second connecting segment 252 connects the third rotating end 251 and the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25.
  • the third connector 25 can be a one-piece molded structural component to achieve high structural strength.
  • the second connecting segment 252 of the third connector 25 can be bent relative to the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 to diversify the shape of the third connector 25.
  • the third connector 25 may not include the second connecting segment 252.
  • the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 includes a first end 2511, a middle portion 2512, and a second end 2513 connected in sequence.
  • the middle portion 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is connected between the first end 2511 and the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25.
  • Both the first end 2511 and the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 are arc-shaped.
  • the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 may be arc-shaped.
  • the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 may also be configured in the same way as the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25.
  • the bending direction of the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 is opposite to the bending direction of the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and the bending direction of the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25.
  • This allows for more diverse shapes of the third connector 25 and better control over the precision of the movement trajectories of other components.
  • the bending directions of the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25, the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, and the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 are not specifically limited.
  • the fourth connector 26 may also include a third rotating end 261, a second connecting segment 262, and a fourth rotating end 263. It is understood that the arrangement of the third rotating end 261, the second connecting segment 262, and the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26 can be referenced to the arrangement of the third rotating end 251, the second connecting segment 252, and the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25.
  • the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 includes a first end 2611, a middle portion 2612, and a second end 2613 connected in sequence. Both the first end 2611 and the second end 2613 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 are arc-shaped.
  • the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26 may also be arc-shaped, etc. Specific details will not be elaborated here. Furthermore, in other embodiments, the fourth connector 26 may not include the second connecting segment 262.
  • Figure 21 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 6.
  • the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis.
  • the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 is rotatably connected to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis.
  • the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis.
  • the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26 is rotatably connected to the second fixed frame 22 via a virtual axis.
  • Figure 22 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 21 along line E1-E1.
  • Figure 23 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 21 along line E2-E2.
  • the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is located in the fifth arc-shaped groove 15 of the main shaft 1.
  • the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and the main shaft 1 can form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove. That is, the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and the main shaft 1 can be rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is disposed within the sixth arc-shaped groove 16 of the main shaft 1.
  • the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and the main shaft 1 can form a rotatable connection structure through the engagement of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove, that is, the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and the main shaft 1 can be rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and the main shaft 1 can form a rotatable connection structure through the engagement of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove, that is, the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 can be rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 through a virtual axis.
  • the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 is disposed in the third arc-shaped groove 213 of the first fixed frame 21.
  • the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 and the first fixed frame 21 can form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove, that is, the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 and the first fixed frame 21 can be rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • the first end 2611 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 is located in the seventh arc-shaped groove 17 of the main shaft 1, and the second end 2613 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 is located in the eighth arc-shaped groove 18 of the main shaft 1.
  • This allows the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 and the main shaft 1 to form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove.
  • the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 can be rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis.
  • the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26 is disposed within the third arc-shaped groove 223 of the second fixed frame 22.
  • the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26 and the second fixed frame 22 can form a rotating connection structure through the cooperation of the arc-shaped block and the arc-shaped groove, that is, the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26 and the second fixed frame 22 can be rotatably connected through a virtual axis.
  • Figure 24 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 21 at line E3-E3.
  • the middle part 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is located between the fifth arc groove 15 and the sixth arc groove 16 of the main shaft 1.
  • the middle part 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is in contact with the main shaft 1, and the surfaces in contact with each other can be arc surfaces.
  • the middle portion 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 may also be spaced apart from the main shaft 1. It is understood that the positional relationship between the middle portion 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and the main shaft 1 is not specifically limited in this embodiment.
  • the middle part 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 is located between the seventh arc groove 17 and the eighth arc groove 18 of the main shaft 1.
  • the middle part 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 is in contact with the main shaft 1, and the surfaces in contact with each other can be arc surfaces.
  • the middle portion 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 may also be spaced apart from the main shaft 1. It is understood that the positional relationship between the middle portion 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 and the main shaft 1 is not specifically limited in this embodiment.
  • a portion of the second connecting section 252 of the third connector 25 can be located within the first clearance space 214 of the first fixing frame 21. This ensures a short distance between the third rotating end 251 and the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25, and also prevents interference between the third connector 25 and the first fixing frame 21.
  • a portion of the second connecting segment 262 of the fourth connector 26 can be located within the second clearance space 224 of the second mounting bracket 22. This ensures a short distance between the third rotating end 261 and the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26, and also prevents interference between the fourth connector 26 and the second mounting bracket 22.
  • the first connecting member 23 is connected to the main shaft 1 and the first fixing frame 21 via virtual axes;
  • the second connecting member 24 is connected to the main shaft 1 and the second fixing frame 22 via virtual axes;
  • the third connecting member 25 is connected to the main shaft 1 and the first fixing frame 21 via virtual axes;
  • the fourth connecting member 26 is connected to the main shaft 1 and the second fixing frame 22 via virtual axes.
  • first fixing frame 21 can be fixedly connected to the first housing 300 (see Figures 5 and 6).
  • the second fixing frame 22 can be fixedly connected to the second housing 400 (see Figures 5 and 6).
  • first fixing frame 21 can be connected to the first housing 300 via fasteners.
  • the second fixing frame 22 can be connected to the second housing 400 via fasteners.
  • Fasteners include, but are not limited to, screws, bolts, rivets, pins, etc.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis
  • the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 is rotatably connected to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis
  • the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 is rotatably connected to the second fixed frame 22 via a virtual axis
  • the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis
  • the fourth rotating end 253 of the third connector 25 is rotatably connected to the first fixed frame 21 via a virtual axis
  • the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 is rotatably connected to the main shaft 1 via a virtual axis
  • the fourth rotating end 263 of the fourth connector 26 is rotatably connected to the second fixed frame 22 via a virtual axis.
  • first connecting member 23 and the third connecting member 25 rotate relative to the main shaft 1, they can pull the first fixing frame 21 back to approach the main shaft 1, or push the first fixing frame 21 outward from the main shaft 1, thereby driving the first housing 300 to achieve inward and outward movements through the first fixing frame 21.
  • both the second connecting member 24 and the fourth connecting member 26 rotate relative to the main shaft 1, they can pull the second fixing frame 22 back to approach the main shaft 1, or push the second fixing frame 22 outward from the main shaft 1, thereby driving the second housing 400 to achieve inward and outward movements through the second fixing frame 22.
  • the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 move closer together.
  • the first housing 300 can drive the first fixing frame 21 to rotate relative to the main shaft 1 via the first connecting member 23 and the third connecting member 25, and the second housing 400 can drive the second fixing frame 22 to rotate relative to the main shaft 1 via the second connecting member 24 and the fourth connecting member 26.
  • the first fixing frame 21 can drive the first housing 300 to move away from the main shaft 1
  • the second fixing frame 22 can drive the second housing 400 to move away from the main shaft 1.
  • the folding mechanism 100 can realize the inward pulling movement of the housing during the change from a flattened state to a folded state, and the outward pushing movement of the housing during the change from a folded state to a flattened state. Therefore, during the unfolding or folding process, the folding mechanism 100 can reduce the risk of pulling or squeezing the flexible screen 200, thereby protecting the flexible screen 200, improving the reliability of the flexible screen 200, and enabling the flexible screen 200 and the electronic device 1000 to have a longer service life.
  • Figure 25 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 6.
  • Figure 26 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 25 along line F1-F1.
  • Figure 27 is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 25 in a folded state.
  • Figure 28 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 27 along line G1-G1.
  • the first support plate 4 is fixedly connected to the first connector 23.
  • the second support plate 5 is fixedly connected to the second connector 24.
  • first support plate 4 and the first connector 23 can be assembled into one component, and the second support plate 5 and the second connector 24 can be assembled into one component. Therefore, the first connector 23 can directly control the movement trajectory of the first support plate 4, and the second connector 24 can directly control the movement trajectory of the second support plate 5, so that the control accuracy of the movement process of the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 is high and the backlash is small, thereby accurately realizing the extension and retraction during the rotation of the folding device to meet the support requirements of the flexible screen 200.
  • the first support plate 4 can be fixedly connected to the first rotating end 231, the first connecting segment 232, and the second rotating end 233 of the first connecting member 23. In other embodiments, the first support plate 4 can also be fixedly connected to at least one or at least two of the first rotating end 231, the first connecting segment 232, and the second rotating end 233 of the first connecting member 23. This embodiment does not impose specific limitations.
  • connection position between the first support plate 4 and the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 can be set at the middle 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 (see Figure 18).
  • connection positions between the second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23 and the first support plate 4, the connection positions between the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 and the second support plate 5, and the connection positions between the second rotating end 243 of the second connector 24 and the second support plate 5 can all be set in a similar manner.
  • a convex-concave fit structure can also be provided between the first connecting member 23 and the first support plate 4 to improve assembly accuracy and reliability.
  • the fixing block 23a of the first connecting member 23 is located in the fixing hole 42 of the first support plate 4 and is fixed within the fixing hole 42 of the first support plate 4 to achieve mutual positioning and limiting between the first support plate 4 and the first connecting member 23.
  • the fixing block 23a of the first connecting member 23 can be interference-fitted with the fixing hole 42 of the first support plate 4.
  • the fixing block 23a of the first connecting member 23 can also be fixedly connected to the hole wall of the fixing hole 42 of the first support plate 4 through an adhesive layer. It is understood that the connection method of the fixing block 23a of the first connecting member 23 with the fixing hole 42 of the first support plate 4 is not specifically limited in this application.
  • the first connector 23 can also be locked and fixed to the first support plate 4 by fasteners.
  • Fasteners include, but are not limited to, screws, bolts, rivets, pins, etc.
  • connection method between the second connector 24 and the second support plate 5 can be referred to the connection method between the first connector 23 and the first support plate 4.
  • the fixing block 24a of the second connector 24 is located in the fixing hole 52 of the second support plate 5 and is fixed in the fixing hole 52 of the second support plate 5. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • the first support plate 4 when the folding mechanism 100 is in a flattened state, can be located on the same side of the first fixing frame 21 and the main shaft 1, and the second support plate 5 can be located on the same side of the second fixing frame 22 and the main shaft 1.
  • the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can form a support surface 100a to jointly support the second display area 202 (see Figure 5) of the flexible screen 200 (see Figure 5).
  • first support plate 4 when the folding mechanism 100 is in the folded state, at least a portion of the first support plate 4 is located on the side of the first fixing frame 21 facing the second fixing frame 22, and at least a portion of the second support plate 5 is located on the side of the second fixing frame 22 facing the first fixing frame 21.
  • the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can be located on the top side of the main shaft 1.
  • the ends of the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 away from the main shaft 1 can be retracted to each other.
  • the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can be arranged opposite to each other.
  • the main shaft 1, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5 can enclose at least a portion of the accommodating space 100b, and the second display area 202 of the flexible screen 200 can be located within the accommodating space 100b.
  • first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 can be located on the top side of the main shaft 1, and the projections of the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 onto the main shaft 1 can both be located on the main shaft 1.
  • the positional relationship between the first support plate 4, the second support plate 5 and the main shaft 1 is not specifically limited.
  • the first support plate 4 since the first support plate 4 is fixed to the first connector 23, the first support plate 4 can move with the first connector 23. Furthermore, since the second support plate 5 is fixed to the second connector 24, the second support plate 5 moves with the second connector 24. Thus, during the process of the folding mechanism 100 transitioning from a folded state to a flattened state, and vice versa, the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5 gradually open or gradually move closer together. This ensures that the folding mechanism 100 can fully support the flexible screen 200 in all its configurations, improving the reliability and service life of the flexible screen 200 and the electronic device 1000.
  • the folding mechanism 100 has a high degree of integration, a simple overall connection relationship, and high reliability.
  • Figure 29 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 25 at line F2-F2.
  • the first support plate 4 is provided with a first clearance hole 41.
  • the middle part 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 a part of the first end 2511, and a part of the second end 2513 are located in the first clearance hole 41, and together with the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5, they form a support surface 100a to jointly support the second display area 202 of the flexible screen 200 (see Figure 5).
  • the first support plate 4 when the folding mechanism 100 is in a flattened state, the first support plate 4 is stacked on the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25.
  • the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 easily lifts the first support plate 4, resulting in a higher thickness of the folding mechanism 100 in the Z-axis direction, which is detrimental to the slim design of the folding mechanism 100 and the electronic device 1000.
  • the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 requires sufficient thickness to ensure the overall strength of the third connector 25, the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 lifts the first support plate 4 even higher. In this case, the thickness of the folding mechanism 100 in the Z-axis direction is even greater.
  • the middle portion 2512, a portion of the first end portion 2511, and a portion of the second end portion 2513 of the third rotating end portion 251 of the third connector 25 are disposed within the first clearance hole 41.
  • at least a portion of the third rotating end portion 251 of the third connector 25 overlaps with the first support plate 4, resulting in higher space utilization in the Z-axis direction, which is beneficial for the thinner design of the folding mechanism 100 and the electronic device 1000.
  • a portion of the first end 2511 and a portion of the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 may not be located in the first clearance hole 41, and may not form the support surface 100a together with the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5.
  • the second support plate 5 is provided with a second clearance hole 51.
  • the middle portion 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26, a portion of the first end 2611 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26, a portion of the second end 2613 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 are located in the second clearance hole 51, and together with the middle portion 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, a portion of the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, a portion of the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5, they together form a support surface 100a to jointly support the second display area 202 (see Figure 5) of the flexible screen 200 (see Figure 5).
  • the problem of the thickness of the folding mechanism 100 and the electronic device 1000 caused by the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 being raised due to the second support plate 5 can be solved, so as to achieve a thinner design for the folding mechanism 100 and the electronic device 1000.
  • a portion of the first end 2611 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 and a portion of the second end 2613 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 may not be located in the second clearance hole 51, and may not form the support surface 100a together with the middle portion 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, a portion of the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, a portion of the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5.
  • the edge of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 near the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 is the first edge 2514
  • the edge of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 near the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 is the second edge 2614.
  • the distance between the first edge 2514 and the second edge 2614 can be less than or equal to 1.5 mm.
  • Figure 30 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the partial folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 27 at line G2-G2.
  • the middle part 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 a part of the first end 2511 (see Figure 25), and a part of the second end 2513 are located in the first clearance hole 41 of the first support plate 4, and together with the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5, they form the receiving space 100b.
  • the first support plate 4 when the folding mechanism 100 is in the folded state, the first support plate 4 is stacked on the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25.
  • the middle portion 2512, a portion of the first end 2511, and a portion of the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 are located within the first clearance hole 41, and together with the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5, they form the accommodating space 100b.
  • the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 no longer compresses the accommodating space 100b, the size of the accommodating space 100b no longer decreases, and the reliability of the flexible screen 200 is better.
  • a portion of the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 and a portion of the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25 may not be located in the first clearance hole 41 of the first support plate 4, and may not form the receiving space 100b together with the first support plate 4 and the second support plate 5.
  • the second connecting segment 252 of the third connector 25 can also be located within the first clearance hole 41 of the first support plate 4, and together with at least a portion of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5, form the receiving space 100b.
  • the second connecting segment 252 of the third connector 25 will no longer compress the receiving space 100b, the size of the receiving space 100b will no longer decrease, and the reliability of the flexible screen 200 is better.
  • the middle portion 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 when the folding mechanism 100 is in the folded state, the middle portion 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26, a portion of the first end 2611, and a portion of the second end 2613 are located within the second clearance hole 51 of the second support plate 5. Together with the middle portion 2512 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, a portion of the first end 2511 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, a portion of the second end 2513 of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5, they form the receiving space 100b. In this way, the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 no longer compresses the receiving space 100b, the size of the receiving space 100b no longer decreases, and the reliability of the flexible screen 200 is improved.
  • a portion of the first end 2611 and a portion of the second end 2613 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26 may not be located in the second clearance hole 51 of the second support plate 5, and may not form the receiving space 100b together with at least a portion of the third rotating end 251 of the third connector 25, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5.
  • the second connecting segment 262 of the fourth connector 26 can also be located within the second clearance hole 51 of the second support plate 5, and together with the middle portion 2612 of the third rotating end 261 of the fourth connector 26, a portion of the first end 2611, a portion of the second end 2613, the first support plate 4, and the second support plate 5, form the receiving space 100b.
  • the second connecting segment 262 of the fourth connector 26 no longer compresses the receiving space 100b, the size of the receiving space 100b no longer decreases, and the reliability of the flexible screen 200 is better.
  • Figure 31 is an exploded view of one embodiment of the synchronizing element 27, the first connecting element 23, and the second connecting element 24 shown in Figure 10.
  • Figure 32 is an exploded view of the synchronizing element 27, the first connecting element 23, and the second connecting element 24 shown in Figure 31 from another angle.
  • the synchronizing element 27 includes a base 271, a first transmission block 272, a second transmission block 273, and a guide block 274.
  • the first transmission block 272 and the second transmission block 273 can both be spiral-shaped.
  • the synchronizing element 27 can also be a one-piece molded structural component to achieve higher structural strength.
  • the synchronizing element 27 can be formed using computer numerical control (CNC) milling.
  • CNC computer numerical control
  • the synchronizing element 27 can also be formed using metal injection molding; this application does not strictly limit this process.
  • the base 271 of the synchronizing element 27 includes a top surface 2711 and a bottom surface 2712 facing away from each other, a first side surface 2713 and a second side surface 2714 facing away from each other, and a third side surface 2715 and a fourth side surface 2716 facing away from each other.
  • the first side surface 2713 and the second side surface 2714 of the base 271 are connected between the top surface 2711 and the bottom surface 2712 of the base 271.
  • the third side surface 2715 and the fourth side surface 2716 of the base 271 are connected between the top surface 2711 and the bottom surface 2712 of the base 271, and also connected between the first side surface 2713 and the second side surface 2714 of the base 271.
  • the base 271 may also have other shapes. Specifically, this embodiment is not limited to any particular shape.
  • the first transmission block 272 protrudes from the top surface 2711 of the base 271.
  • the first transmission block 272 may extend spirally from the first side surface 2713 of the base 271 to the middle of the third side surface 2715.
  • the second transmission block 273 protrudes from the top surface 2711 of the base 271.
  • the second transmission block 273 may extend spirally from the second side surface 2714 of the base 271 towards the center of the third side surface 2715.
  • the first transmission block 272 and the second transmission block 273 may be symmetrical.
  • guide block 274 protrudes from bottom surface 2712 of base 271.
  • Guide block 274 is disposed opposite to first transmission block 272 and second transmission block 273.
  • Guide block 274 may be strip-shaped and may extend from fourth side surface 2716 to third side surface 2715 of base 271.
  • guide block 274 may extend along the Y-axis direction.
  • guide block 274 may also take other shapes, such as square or spherical. Specifically, this embodiment is not limited.
  • the above embodiments are exemplary structures of the synchronization element 27, and the synchronization element 27 may also have other implementation structures, which are not strictly limited in this application.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 is provided with a first helical groove 2315.
  • the first helical groove 2315 may extend helically from the connection point between the first connecting segment 232 and the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 towards the surface of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 away from the first connecting segment 232.
  • the position of the first helical groove 2315 is not specifically limited.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 is provided with a second spiral groove 2415.
  • the second spiral groove 2415 may extend spirally from the connection point between the first connecting segment 242 and the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 towards the surface of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 away from the first connecting segment 242.
  • the position of the second spiral groove 2415 is not specifically limited.
  • Figure 33 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first connecting component 2 shown in Figure 7.
  • Figure 34 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the first connecting component 2 shown in Figure 33 in a folded state.
  • a portion of the synchronizing element 27 is movably connected to the first connecting element 23, and a portion is movably connected to the second connecting element 24.
  • the synchronizing element 27 ensures that the first connecting element 23 and the second connecting element 24 rotate synchronously during the movement of the folding mechanism 100, i.e., they move synchronously closer to or further away from each other.
  • first connecting element 23 is rotatably connected to the first fixing frame 21, which is fixedly connected to the first housing 300 (see Figures 5 and 6)
  • second connecting element 24 is rotatably connected to the second fixing frame 22, which is fixedly connected to the second housing 400 (see Figures 5 and 6)
  • the rotational movements of the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 relative to the main shaft 1 are well synchronized, improving the operational experience of the folding mechanism 100 and the electronic device 1000.
  • the first transmission block 272 of the synchronizing member 27 is disposed within the first helical groove 2315 of the first connecting member 23. Through relative movement between the two, a movable connection is achieved between the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting member 23 and the first transmission block 272 of the synchronizing member 27.
  • the second transmission block 273 of the synchronizing member 27 is disposed within the second helical groove 2415 of the second connecting member 24. Through relative movement between the two, a movable connection is achieved between the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting member 24 and the second transmission block 273 of the synchronizing member 27.
  • the synchronizing member 27 in this embodiment can be made thinner, which is beneficial to the thinner design of the folding mechanism 100 and the electronic device 1000.
  • Figure 35 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 6 along line H-H.
  • Figure 36 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the electronic device 1000 shown in Figure 3 along line I-I.
  • the synchronizing element 27 is slidably connected to the main shaft 1.
  • the synchronizing element 27 can slide relative to the main shaft 1 along the Y-axis direction.
  • a portion of the base 271 is located between the main shaft 1 and the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23, and a portion is located between the main shaft 1 and the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24.
  • the movement of the synchronizing member 27 in the Z-axis direction can be prevented.
  • the spindle 1 is provided with a first guide groove 19a (Figure 9 also illustrates the first guide groove 19a from different angles).
  • the first guide groove 19a can be a strip groove.
  • the extending direction of the first guide groove 19a can be the Y-axis direction.
  • the guide block 274 of the synchronizing member 27 can be located within the first guide groove 19a of the spindle 1.
  • the base 271 is slidably connected to the spindle 1 via the guide block 274, that is, the synchronizing member 27 and the spindle 1 are slidably connected along the Y-axis direction.
  • the two sidewalls of the first guide groove 19a in the X-axis direction can limit the guide block 274 of the synchronizing member 27, thereby preventing the synchronizing member 27 from moving along the X-axis direction.
  • the synchronizing element 27 when the synchronizing element 27 is limited in the Z and X axes, but not limited in the Y axis, the synchronizing element 27 can move relative to the main shaft 1 along the Y axis. In this way, the movement direction of the synchronizing element 27 relative to the main shaft 1 is unidirectional, which can reduce the movement space of the synchronizing element 27 on the main shaft 1, which is conducive to the miniaturization of the main shaft 1, and thus to the miniaturization of the folding mechanism 100 and the electronic device 1000.
  • the distance between the base 271 and the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting member 23 is the first distance
  • the distance between the base 271 and the first end 2411 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting member 24 is the second distance.
  • most of the first transmission block 272 is located within the first spiral groove 2315
  • most of the second transmission block 273 is located within the second spiral groove 2415.
  • first distance and the second distance can be equal.
  • the relative positions of the base 271 and the first connector 23 and the second connector 24 are more symmetrical, which is beneficial to improving the synchronization of the movement of the first connector 23 and the second connector 24 relative to the main shaft 1.
  • the distance between the base 271 and the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting member 23 is the third distance
  • the distance between the base 271 and the first end 2411 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting member 24 is the fourth distance.
  • the third distance is greater than the first distance
  • the fourth distance is greater than the second distance.
  • a portion of the first transmission block 272 is located inside the first spiral groove 2315, and a portion is located outside the first spiral groove 2315
  • a portion of the second transmission block 273 is located inside the second spiral groove 2415, and a portion is located outside the second spiral groove 2415.
  • the third distance and the fourth distance can be equal.
  • the relative positions of the base 271 with the first connector 23 and the second connector 24 are more symmetrical, which is beneficial to improving the synchronization of the movement of the first connector 23 and the second connector 24 relative to the main shaft 1.
  • the synchronizing element 27 moves along the positive Y-axis.
  • the base 271 of the synchronizing element 27 moves away from the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting element 23 and the first end 2411 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting element 24.
  • a portion of the first transmission block 272 slides out of the first helical groove 2315
  • a portion of the second transmission block 273 slides out of the second helical groove 2415.
  • the guide block 274 of the synchronizing element 27 moves along the positive Y-axis within the first guide groove 19a of the main shaft 1.
  • the synchronizing element 27 moves along the negative Y-axis.
  • the base 271 of the synchronizing element 27 approaches the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting element 23 and the first end 2411 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting element 24.
  • most of the first transmission block 272 slides into the first helical groove 2315
  • most of the second transmission block 273 slides into the second helical groove 2415.
  • the guide block 274 of the synchronizing element 27 moves along the negative Y-axis within the first guide groove 19a of the main shaft 1.
  • the synchronizing member 27 can ensure that the first connecting member 23 and the second connecting member 24 rotate synchronously during the movement of the folding mechanism 100.
  • Figure 37 is a structural schematic diagram of the damping member 28 shown in Figure 10 in one embodiment.
  • Figure 38 is a partially exploded schematic diagram of the first connecting assembly 2 shown in Figure 7 in another embodiment.
  • the damping element 28 includes a first support 281, a second support 282, and an elastic element 283.
  • the first support 281 and the second support 282 can be rigid structures that are not easily deformed under external force.
  • the elastic element 283 can be an elastic structure that is easily deformed under external force.
  • the elastic element 283 can be a spring, sheet, elastic rubber block, or other elastic structural component.
  • the first bracket 281 includes a first substrate 2811, a first fixing post 2812, a first protrusion 2813, and a second protrusion 2814. Both the first protrusion 2813 and the second protrusion 2814 are arc-shaped. It is understood that although this embodiment divides the first bracket 281 into four parts, it does not affect the fact that the first bracket 281 can be a one-piece molded structural component with high structural strength. Exemplarily, the first bracket 281 can be formed by CNC milling. In other embodiments, the first bracket 281 can also be formed by metal injection molding; this application does not strictly limit this.
  • the number of first fixing posts 2812 can be equal to the number of elastic members 283.
  • this embodiment is described with two first fixing posts 2812 as an example. In other embodiments, the number of first fixing posts 2812 is not specifically limited.
  • the number of the first bump 2813 and the second bump 2814 is one. In other embodiments, the number of the first bump 2813 and the second bump 2814 is not specifically limited.
  • the first substrate 2811 includes a first surface 2815 and a second surface 2816 disposed opposite to each other.
  • a first fixing post 2812 protrudes from the first surface 2815 of the first substrate 2811.
  • the first protrusion 2813 and the second protrusion 2814 may have a symmetrical structure.
  • the second bracket 282 includes a second base plate 2821, a second fixing post 2822, a third protrusion 2823, and a fourth protrusion 2824.
  • the second bracket 282 can be an integrally formed structural component to have high structural strength.
  • the second substrate 2821 includes a first surface 2825 and a second surface 2826 disposed opposite to each other.
  • a second fixing post 2822 protrudes from the first surface 2825 of the second substrate 2821.
  • a third protrusion 2823 and a fourth protrusion 2824 protrude from the second surface 2826 of the second substrate 2821 at intervals.
  • the third protrusion 2823 and the fourth protrusion 2824 may have a symmetrical structure.
  • the second support 282 and the first support 281 can have the same or similar structure, be symmetrical or partially symmetrical, or have different structures.
  • the second support 282 and the first support 281 are symmetrical structures.
  • the basic design of the component structure of the second support 282, the design of the connection relationship between components, and the design of the connection relationship between components and other structures outside the assembly can all refer to the relevant scheme of the first support 281.
  • slight differences are allowed between the second support 282 and the first support 281 in the detailed structure or positional arrangement of components. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • an elastic element 283 connects the first support 281 and the second support 282.
  • the elastic element 283 can apply an elastic force along the Y-axis to the first support 281 and the second support 282.
  • the elastic element 283 can apply an elastic force along the positive Y-axis to the first support 281 and an elastic force along the negative Y-axis to the second support 282. It is understood that when the elastic element 283 switches from a compressed state to a relaxed state, the first support 281 and the second support 282 move away from each other under the elastic force of the elastic element 283.
  • one end of the elastic member 283 is sleeved on the first fixing post 2812 of the first bracket 281, and the other end is sleeved on the second fixing post 2822 of the second bracket 282.
  • the first protrusion 2813 and the second protrusion 2814 of the first bracket 281 are located on the side of the first substrate 2811 away from the elastic member 283.
  • the third protrusion 2823 and the fourth protrusion 2824 of the second bracket 282 are located on the side of the second substrate 2821 away from the elastic member 283.
  • the first support 281 when the first support 281 is subjected to a first force in the negative Y-axis direction, the first support 281 can move along the negative Y-axis direction and compress the elastic element 283, so that the elastic element 283 is in a compressed state.
  • the elastic element 283 can apply an elastic force to the first support 281 in the positive Y-axis direction, and the first support 281 can move along the positive Y-axis direction under the elastic force.
  • the second support 282 when the second support 282 is subjected to a second force in the positive Y-axis direction, the second support 282 can move in the positive Y-axis direction and compress the elastic element 283, so that the elastic element 283 is in a compressed state.
  • the elastic element 283 can apply an elastic force in the negative Y-axis direction to the second support 282, and the second support 282 can move in the negative Y-axis direction under the elastic force.
  • the damping element 28 of this application can have various implementation structures.
  • the first bracket 281 may not include the second protrusion 2814.
  • the second bracket 282 may not include the third protrusion 2823 and/or the fourth protrusion 2824.
  • the above embodiments are exemplary structures of the damping element 28, and the damping element 28 may also have other implementation structures, which are not strictly limited in this application.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 has a first protrusion 2316 and a third protrusion 2317. Both the first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 are arc-shaped. In other embodiments, the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may only have the first protrusion 2316, that is, it may not include the third protrusion 2317; or, the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may only have the third protrusion 2317, that is, it may not include the first protrusion 2316.
  • first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 may be part of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 may be part of the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23, that is, the first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 are located between the first end 2311 and the second end 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • the first protrusion 2316 is disposed near the first end 2311 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • the third protrusion 2317 is disposed near the second end 2313 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • the number of the first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 is one. In other embodiments, the number of the first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 is not specifically limited.
  • a first mounting space 2314 is provided at the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • the first mounting space 2314 is located on one side of the first spiral groove 2315.
  • the first mounting space 2314 includes a first sidewall 2314a and a second sidewall 2314b disposed opposite to each other.
  • a first protrusion 2316 may protrude from the first sidewall 2314a of the first mounting space 2314.
  • a third protrusion 2317 may protrude from the second sidewall 2314b of the first mounting space 2314.
  • first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 may be disposed opposite to each other.
  • the relative positions of the first protrusion 2316 and the third protrusion 2317 are not specifically limited.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 has a first limiting block 2318 and a third limiting block 2319.
  • the first limiting block 2318 may protrude from the first sidewall 2314a of the first mounting space 2314.
  • the third limiting block 2319 may protrude from the second sidewall 2314b of the first mounting space 2314.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 may only have the first limiting block 2318, that is, it does not include the third limiting block 2319.
  • the first limiting block 2318 is located on one side of the first protrusion 2316.
  • the surface of the first limiting block 2318 facing the first protrusion 2316 can be a curved surface.
  • the third limiting block 2319 is located on one side of the third protrusion 2317.
  • the surface of the third limiting block 2319 facing the third protrusion 2317 is an arc surface.
  • the structural configuration of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 can also be referred to the structural configuration of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 is provided with a second mounting space 2414.
  • the second mounting space 2414 is located on one side of the second spiral groove 2415.
  • the second mounting space 2414 includes a first sidewall 2414a and a second sidewall 2414b disposed opposite to each other.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 includes a second protrusion 2416 and a fourth protrusion 2417. Both the second protrusion 2416 and the fourth protrusion 2417 are arc-shaped.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 has a second limiting block 2418 and a fourth limiting block 2419. And so on. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • Figure 39 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the folding mechanism 100 shown in Figure 6 along line J-J.
  • Figure 40 is a partial cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the electronic device 1000 shown in Figure 3 along line K-K.
  • the damping element 28 is disposed on the main shaft 1.
  • the first bracket 281 and the second bracket 282 are slidably connected to the main shaft 1.
  • the first bracket 281 and the second bracket 282 can slide relative to the main shaft 1 along the Y-axis direction.
  • the first bracket 281 and the second bracket 282 can slide relative to the main shaft 1 along the Y-axis direction.
  • a portion of the first support 281 is located between the main shaft 1 and the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23, and a portion is located between the main shaft 1 and the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24. In this way, the movement of the first support 281 in the Z-axis direction is restricted by the mutual cooperation of the main shaft 1, the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23, and the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24.
  • first base plate 2811 of the first support 281 is located between the main shaft 1 and the first limiting block 2318 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23, and a portion is located between the main shaft 1 and the second limiting block 2418 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24.
  • the movement of the first support 281 in the Z-axis direction is restricted by the mutual cooperation of the main shaft 1, the first limiting block 2318 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23, and the second limiting block 2418 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24.
  • the two sides of the first base plate 2811 of the first support 281 respectively abut against the main shaft 1. In this way, the main shaft 1 can restrict the movement of the first support 281 in the X-axis direction.
  • the groove sidewall of the groove 19b is used to restrict the movement of the first bracket 281 in the X-axis direction.
  • a second guide groove 19c is provided on the main shaft 1 ( Figure 9 also illustrates the second guide groove 19c from different angles), and the length extension direction of the second guide groove 19c can be the Y-axis direction.
  • a portion of the first substrate 2811 of the first support 281 is disposed within the second guide groove 19c of the main shaft 1. It can be understood that through the mutual cooperation between the first substrate 2811 and the second guide groove 19c of the main shaft 1, the first support 281 can move along the Y-axis direction.
  • connection relationship between the second support 282 and the main shaft 1 can be referenced to the connection relationship between the first support 281 and the main shaft 1.
  • the movement of the second support 282 in the Z-axis direction is restricted by the mutual cooperation of the main shaft 1, the third limiting block 2319 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting member 23, and the fourth limiting block 2419 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting member 24, and so on. Specific details will not be elaborated here.
  • Figure 41 is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first connecting component 2 shown in Figure 7.
  • Figure 42 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the first connecting component 2 shown in Figure 41 in a folded state.
  • the damping element 28 can be disposed between the first connector 23 and the second connector 24.
  • the damping element 28 can apply a damping force to the first connector 23 and the second connector 24.
  • first protrusion 2316 of the first connector 23 and the first protrusion 2813 of the first bracket 281 are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the third protrusion 2317 of the first connector 23 and the third protrusion 2823 of the second bracket 282 are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the first connector 23 can remain in the flattened or folded state of the folding mechanism 100.
  • the snap-fit structure can provide a certain resistance during the process of unfolding the folding mechanism 100 to enter the flattened state and during the process of folding to release the flattened state, so that the user can experience better mechanical operation.
  • the second protrusion 2416 of the second connector 24 and the second protrusion 2814 of the first bracket 281 are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the fourth protrusion 2417 of the second connector 24 and the fourth protrusion 2824 of the second bracket 282 are arranged alternately to form a snap-fit structure.
  • the second connector 24 can remain in the flattened or folded state of the folding mechanism 100.
  • the snap-fit structure can provide a certain resistance during the process of unfolding the folding mechanism 100 to enter the open state and during the process of folding to release the flattened state, so that the user can experience better mechanical operation.
  • the elastic element 283 also pushes the second bracket 282 against the second sidewall 2314b of the first mounting space 2314 and the second sidewall 2414b of the second mounting space 2414.
  • the second bracket 282 is located between the elastic member 283 and the second sidewall 2314b of the first mounting space 2314 and the second sidewall 2414b of the second mounting space 2414.
  • the second bracket 282 cooperates to press the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24, making the snap-fit structure between the first connector 23 and the second bracket 282 more stable, and the snap-fit structure between the second connector 24 and the second bracket 282 more stable.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 forms a first locking structure with the first bracket 281 and the second bracket 282.
  • the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 forms a second locking structure with the first bracket 281 and the second bracket 282.
  • the first and second locking structures enable the first connector 23 to maintain a certain relative positional relationship with the main shaft 1, allowing the first housing 300 (see Figures 5 and 6) and the second housing 400 (see Figures 5 and 6) to better maintain a flattened or closed state, improving the user experience.
  • the first and second locking structures provide a certain resistance during the unfolding to open state and the folding to release the flattened state of the electronic device 1000, allowing the user to experience better mechanical operation.
  • the first protrusion 2813 of the first bracket 281 is located on the side of the first protrusion 2316 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 away from the second connector 24, and the third protrusion 2823 of the second bracket 282 is located on the side of the third protrusion 2317 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 away from the second connector 24.
  • the first protrusion 2813 of the first bracket 281 and the groove on the side of the first protrusion 2316 of the first connector 23 away from the second connector 24 form a concave-convex engaging structure.
  • the third protrusion 2823 of the second bracket 282 and the groove on the side of the third protrusion 2317 of the first connector 23 away from the second connector 24 also form a concave-convex engaging structure.
  • the first protrusion 2813 of the first bracket 281 (as shown in Figure 41) is located on the side of the first protrusion 2316 (as shown in Figure 41) of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 near the second connector 24, and the third protrusion 2823 of the second bracket 282 is located on the side of the third protrusion 2317 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 near the second connector 24.
  • first protrusion 2813 of the first bracket 281 and the groove of the first protrusion 2316 of the first connector 23 near the second connector 24 form a snap-fit structure with a concave-convex fit.
  • third protrusion 2823 of the second bracket 282 and the groove of the third protrusion 2317 of the first connector 23 near the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 also form a snap-fit structure with a concave-convex fit.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 forms a third locking structure with the first bracket 281 and the second bracket 282.
  • the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 forms a fourth locking structure with the first bracket 281 and the second bracket 282.
  • the third and fourth locking structures enable the second connector 24 to maintain a certain relative position to the main shaft 1, allowing the first housing 300 and the second housing 400 to better maintain a flattened or closed state, improving the user experience.
  • the third and fourth locking structures provide a certain resistance during the unfolding process of the electronic device 1000 to enter the open state and during the folding process to release the flattened state, allowing the user to experience a better sense of mechanism operation.
  • the second protrusion 2814 of the first bracket 281 is located on the side of the second protrusion 2416 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 near the first connector 23
  • the fourth protrusion 2824 of the second bracket 282 is located on the side of the fourth protrusion 2417 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 near the first connector 23.
  • the second protrusion 2814 of the first bracket 281 and the groove of the second protrusion 2416 of the second connector 24 near the first connector 23 form a concave-convex engaging structure.
  • the fourth protrusion 2824 of the second bracket 282 and the groove of the fourth protrusion 2417 of the second connector 24 near the first connector 23 also form a concave-convex engaging structure.
  • the rotating end 231 and the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24 are in a "near-far-near” positional relationship.
  • the third protrusion 2317 of the first connector 23 and the fourth protrusion 2417 of the second connector 24 can slide out of one of the grooves of the second bracket 282 and then slide into another groove. That is, the "protrusion-groove" mating structure is transformed into a "protrusion-protrusion” transitional structure, and then into a “protrusion-another groove” mating structure.
  • the second bracket 282 is in a "near-far-near" positional relationship relative to the first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23 and the first rotating end 241 of the second connector 24.
  • the synchronizing member 27 moves along the positive Y-axis.
  • the synchronizing member 27 can be positioned close to the damping member 28.
  • the synchronizing member 27 moves along the negative Y-axis.
  • the synchronizing member 27 can be positioned away from the damping member 28.
  • This arrangement of the synchronizing member 27 and the damping member 28 is more compact, which helps improve the space utilization of the folding mechanism 100.
  • the positional relationship between the synchronizing member 27 and the damping member 28, as well as their relative movement are not specifically limited.
  • the base 271 and guide block 274 of the synchronizing element 27 will not interfere with the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting element 23 and the middle portion 2412 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting element 24, and will not push the middle portion 2312 of the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting element 23 and the middle portion 2412 of the first rotating end 241 of the second connecting element 24 to move along either the positive or negative Y-axis.
  • the first connecting element 23 is rotatably connected to the first fixing frame 21 fixedly connected to the first housing 300
  • the second connecting element 24 is rotatably connected to the second fixing frame 22 fixedly connected to the second housing 400
  • damping force is applied to the first connector 23 and the second connector 24 by damping element 28, so as to provide a certain resistance during the process of unfolding the folding mechanism 100 to enter the open state and during the process of folding to release the flattened state, so that the user can experience a better sense of operation of the mechanism.
  • the synchronizing element 27 and the damping element 28 in this embodiment can form an integrated synchronized damping folding module with the first connecting element 23 and the second connecting element 24.
  • the synchronized damping folding module is smaller in size, which is beneficial for the miniaturization of the folding mechanism 100, thereby saving internal space in the electronic device 1000.
  • the integrated synchronized damping folding module can reduce the manufacturing cost of the folding mechanism 100.
  • the folding mechanism 100 may not include the first fixed frame 21 and/or the second fixed frame 22 and/or the third connecting member 25 and/or the fourth connecting member 26.
  • the folding mechanism 100 does not include the first fixing frame 21 and the second fixing frame 22, the second rotating end 233 of the first connecting member 23 can be movably connected to the first housing 300, and the second rotating end 243 of the second connecting member 24 can be movably connected to the second housing 400.
  • the folding mechanism 100 may also include the first fixing frame 21 and/or the second fixing frame 22 and/or the third connecting member 25 and/or the fourth connecting member 26.
  • the movable connection method between the first connecting member 23 and the main shaft 1 is not specifically limited.
  • the first connector 23 includes a first main body 234 and a first detachable part 235.
  • the first detachable part 235 is detachably connected to the first main body 234. At least a portion of the first detachable part 235 and a portion of the first main body 234 form a first rotating end 231 of the first connector 23.
  • a portion of the first detachable component 235 and a portion of the first main body component 234 form the first connecting segment 232 of the first connector 23.
  • a portion of the first detachable component 235 and a portion of the first main body component 234 form a second rotating end 233 of the first connector 23. Specific details are not limited in this application.
  • first main body 234 and the first disassembly 235 can be fixedly connected by fasteners.
  • Fasteners can be screws, bolts, rivets, pins, etc.
  • the first main body 234 and the first disassembly 235 can also be fixedly connected by adhesive, snap-fit, or other methods. This application does not specifically limit the method. It is understood that the connection position between the first main body 234 and the first disassembly 235 is not specifically limited.
  • fastening holes can be provided on the two structural members forming the first connecting segment 232 of the first connector 23.
  • the first main body 234 includes a first protrusion 2316 and a first limiting block 2318.
  • the first detachable part 235 is provided with a first spiral groove 2315, a third protrusion 2317 and a third limiting block 2319.
  • the first connector 23 can be formed by detachably connecting the first main body 234 and the first detachable part 235. Therefore, when assembling the first connector 23 with other structural components, the first main body 234 and the first detachable part 235 can be assembled with the other structural components first, and then the first detachable part 235 can be fixed to the first main body 234. This assembly method can reduce the assembly requirements between other structural components and the first connector 23.
  • the first connecting member 23 is detachably connected to the first main body member 234 and the first detachable member 235, a certain gap exists between the first main body member 234 and the first detachable member 235 due to manufacturing tolerances and other factors.
  • this gap provides reserved space for the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting member 23 to interact with other structures, thereby preventing damage due to interference between the first rotating end 231 of the first connecting member 23 and other structures, and thus improving the reliability of the folding mechanism 100.
  • the configuration of the second connector 24 can refer to the configuration of the first connector 23.
  • the second connector 24 may include a second main body 244 and a second detachable part 245.
  • the second detachable part 245 is detachably connected to the second main body 244. Specific details will not be elaborated here.

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La présente invention porte sur un mécanisme de pliage et un dispositif électronique. Un premier élément de liaison forme, avec un arbre principal et un premier cadre de fixation, une structure de liaison rotative par la mise en prise d'un bloc en forme d'arc et d'une fente en forme d'arc. Un deuxième élément de liaison forme, avec l'arbre principal et un deuxième cadre de fixation, une structure de liaison rotative par la mise en prise d'un bloc en forme d'arc et d'une fente en forme d'arc. Un troisième élément de liaison forme, avec l'arbre principal et le premier cadre de fixation, une structure de liaison rotative par la mise en prise d'un bloc en forme d'arc et d'une fente en forme d'arc. Un quatrième élément de liaison forme, avec l'arbre principal et le deuxième cadre de fixation, une structure de liaison rotative par la mise en prise d'un bloc en forme d'arc et d'une fente en forme d'arc. Une première plaque de support est reliée de manière fixe au premier élément de liaison. Une deuxième plaque de support est reliée de manière fixe au deuxième élément de liaison. Lorsque le mécanisme de pliage est dans un état déplié, la première plaque de support et la deuxième plaque de support forment conjointement une surface de support. Lorsque le mécanisme de pliage est dans un état plié, la première plaque de support et la deuxième plaque de support sont disposées à l'opposé l'une de l'autre et, avec l'arbre principal, entourent un espace de réception. Le mécanisme de pliage peut réaliser une miniaturisation et peut également obtenir une minceur.
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