WO2023022346A1 - Electronic device comprising display - Google Patents

Abstract

An electronic device according to one embodiment comprises: a hinge structure; a first housing connected to the hinge structure; a second housing connected to the first housing through the hinge structure so as to be rotatable with respect to the first housing; a first display having a first portion accommodated in the first housing and having a second portion accommodated in the second housing; a second display accommodated in the second housing so as to be disposed on the side opposite to the first portion of the first display; and a fingerprint recognition module disposed between the first display and the second display, wherein the fingerprint recognition module includes: a flexible printed circuit board including a first side and a second side opposite to the first side; a first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first side; and a second fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first side, and the flexible printed circuit board can be disposed such that there is folding between the area in which the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and the area in which the second fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed, so that the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor face different directions. Other various embodiments identified through the specification are possible.

Description

Electronic device including a display

Various embodiments disclosed in this document relate to an electronic device including a display.

A multi-purpose electronic device may store various types of personal information and may have an authentication function using biometric information such as a user's fingerprint or iris as a means for financial transactions or personal authentication. The electronic device may include an in-display type fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the rear surface of the display to recognize a user's fingerprint in the screen area of the display. The fingerprint recognition sensor may use at least one of a capacitive type, a pressure-sensitive type, an optical type, or an ultrasonic type.

A foldable electronic device may include a flexible display (main display) and a sub display. In the foldable electronic device, a display used by a user may vary according to an unfolded or folded state of the foldable electronic device. For example, a user may use a main display when the foldable electronic device is in an unfolded state, and may use a sub display when the flexible display is in a folded state.

The fingerprint recognition sensor may be disposed on a region visually exposed to the exterior of the electronic device, a button, or a region of the housing in order to receive a user's fingerprint. When the fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed on a button or one region of the housing, the area in which the fingerprint recognition sensor can be disposed is narrowed, resulting in a low fingerprint recognition rate or poor intuition, causing inconvenience to the user.

In a foldable electronic device, when the in-display type fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed only in a direction toward the main display, the user uses the in-display type fingerprint recognition function on the sub-display when the foldable electronic device is in a folded state. may not be able to

An electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may provide an electronic device including fingerprint recognition sensors disposed to face a main display and a sub-display.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a hinge structure, a first housing connected to the hinge structure, a second housing connected to the first housing through the hinge structure so as to be rotatable with respect to the first housing, and a first part. The first display accommodated in the first housing and the second part accommodated in the second housing, the second display accommodated in the second housing so as to be disposed on the side opposite to the first part of the first display, and between the first display and the second display. and a fingerprint recognition module disposed on the flexible printed circuit board including a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, a first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first surface, and the first surface. and a second fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on, and the flexible circuit board has a region where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and a second fingerprint recognition sensor such that the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor face in different directions. It may be arranged in a folded state between the arranged regions.

A fingerprint recognition module according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a flexible printed circuit board including a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, a first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first surface, and disposed on the first surface. and a second fingerprint recognition sensor, and the flexible circuit board has an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and a second fingerprint recognition sensor are disposed so that the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor face in different directions. Areas may be arranged in a folded state.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure includes a hinge structure, a first housing connected to the hinge structure, a second housing connected to the first housing through the hinge structure so as to be rotatable with respect to the first housing, and a first part. A first display accommodated in one housing and a second part accommodated in the second housing, a second display accommodated in the first housing so as to be disposed on a surface opposite to the first part of the first display, and an ultrasonic type disposed on the rear surface of the second display. a fingerprint recognition module, an optical fingerprint recognition module disposed facing the first display between the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and the first display, and at least one support structure disposed between the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and the optical fingerprint recognition module. there is.

According to various embodiments disclosed in this document, the foldable electronic device includes fingerprint recognition sensors arranged to face the main display and the sub-display, and provides an in-display device that can be used in both an unfolded or folded state of the foldable electronic device. It is possible to provide a type of fingerprint recognition module and an electronic device that can increase user convenience including the fingerprint recognition module.

In addition to this, various effects identified directly or indirectly through this document may be provided.

1 is a diagram illustrating an unfolded state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

2 is a diagram illustrating a folded state of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

3 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment.

5 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module and a lens unit according to an exemplary embodiment.

6 is an internal plan view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment.

7 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device showing the arrangement of fingerprint recognition modules according to the position of a second display according to an exemplary embodiment.

8 is an internal plan view of an electronic device illustrating arrangement of fingerprint recognition modules according to locations of batteries according to an exemplary embodiment.

9A is a perspective view of an electronic device for recognizing a user's fingerprint when the electronic device is in an unfolded or folded state according to an embodiment.

9B is a block diagram of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

10 is a front view, a right plan view, and a cross-sectional view illustrating an inside of the fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment.

11A is a plan view and a perspective view illustrating a flexible circuit board and a fingerprint recognition sensor of a fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment.

11B is a plan view illustrating a flexible circuit board and a fingerprint recognition sensor of a fingerprint recognition module according to another embodiment.

12 is a plan view and a perspective view illustrating a folded state of a flexible printed circuit board on which a fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed according to an exemplary embodiment.

13 is a perspective view illustrating a fingerprint recognition module in which a fingerprint recognition sensor IC is disposed according to an exemplary embodiment.

14 is a perspective view illustrating a fingerprint recognition module in which a fingerprint recognition sensor IC is disposed according to another embodiment.

15 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module and a lens unit according to an embodiment.

16A is a view illustrating a lens unit according to an exemplary embodiment.

16B is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a lens unit according to a focal length according to an exemplary embodiment.

17 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment.

18 is another exploded perspective view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment.

19 is a perspective view of a second display coupled with an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment.

20 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment.

21 is a perspective view of a second display coupled with an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module according to another embodiment.

22 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to another embodiment.

23 is a block diagram of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

24 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment, according to various embodiments.

In connection with the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for the same or similar elements.

Hereinafter, various embodiments of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, it should be understood that this disclosure is not intended to limit the present disclosure to specific embodiments, and includes various modifications, equivalents, and/or alternatives of the embodiments of the present disclosure.

An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present document may include, for example, a smartphone, a tablet personal computer (PC), a mobile phone, a video phone, an e-book reader, Desktop personal computer, laptop personal computer, netbook computer, workstation, server, personal digital assistant (PDA), portable multimedia player (PMP), MP3 player, mobile medical It may include at least one of a device, a camera, or a wearable device. According to various embodiments, the wearable device may be an accessory (eg, watch, ring, bracelet, anklet, necklace, glasses, contact lens, or head-mounted-device (HMD)), fabric or clothing integrated ( For example, it may include at least one of an electronic clothing), a body attachment type (eg, a skin pad or tattoo), or a living body implantable type (eg, an implantable circuit).

In some embodiments, the electronic device may be a home appliance. Home appliances include, for example, televisions, digital video disk (DVD) players, audio systems, refrigerators, air conditioners, vacuum cleaners, ovens, microwave ovens, washing machines, air purifiers, set-top boxes, home automation control panels ( It may include at least one of a home automation control panel, a security control panel, a TV box, a game console, an electronic dictionary, an electronic key, a camcorder, or an electronic picture frame.

In another embodiment, the electronic device may include various types of medical devices (e.g., various portable medical measuring devices (blood glucose meter, heart rate monitor, blood pressure monitor, body temperature monitor, etc.), magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), CT (computer tomography), camera, or ultrasonicator, etc.), navigation device, GNSS (global navigation satellite system), EDR (event data recorder), FDR (flight data recorder), automotive infotainment ) devices, marine electronics (e.g. marine navigation systems, gyrocompasses, etc.), avionics, security devices, automotive head units, industrial or home robots, automatic teller's machines (ATMs) of financial institutions , point of sales (POS) in stores, or internet of things devices (e.g. light bulbs, sensors, electric or gas meters, sprinklers, smoke alarms, thermostats, street lights, toasters) , Exercise equipment, hot water tank, heater, boiler, etc.) may include at least one.

According to some embodiments, the electronic device may be a piece of furniture or a building/structure, an electronic board, an electronic signature receiving device, a projector, or various measuring devices (eg, Water, electricity, gas, radio wave measuring devices, etc.) may include at least one. In various embodiments, the electronic device may be one or a combination of more than one of the various devices described above. An electronic device according to some embodiments may be a flexible electronic device. In addition, the electronic device according to the embodiment of this document is not limited to the above-described devices, and may include new electronic devices according to technological development.

1 and 2, in an embodiment, the electronic device 10 includes a foldable housing 200, a hinge cover 230 covering a foldable portion of the foldable housing, and the foldable housing. It may include a flexible or foldable display 100 (hereinafter referred to as “display” 100 for short) disposed within the space formed by 200 . In this document, the surface on which the display 100 is disposed is defined as the first surface or the front surface of the electronic device 10 . And, the surface opposite to the front is defined as the second surface or the rear surface of the electronic device 10 . In addition, a surface surrounding the space between the front and rear surfaces is defined as a third surface or a side surface of the electronic device 10 .

In one embodiment, the foldable housing 200 includes a first housing structure 210, a second housing structure 220 including a sensor area 224, a first rear cover 280, and a second rear surface. A cover 290 may be included. The foldable housing 200 of the electronic device 10 is not limited to the shape and combination shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 , and may be implemented by other shapes or combinations and/or combinations of parts. For example, in another embodiment, the first housing structure 210 and the first rear cover 280 may be integrally formed, and the second housing structure 220 and the second rear cover 290 may be integrally formed. can be formed

In the illustrated embodiment, the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 are disposed on both sides around the folding axis (axis A) and may have a shape generally symmetrical with respect to the folding axis A. . As will be described later, the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 form different angles or distances depending on whether the electronic device 10 is in an unfolded state, a folded state, or an intermediate state. can In the illustrated embodiment, the second housing structure 220, unlike the first housing structure 210, further includes the sensor area 224 where various sensors are disposed, but the other areas have mutually symmetrical shapes. can have

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1 , the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 may form a recess accommodating the display 100 together. In the illustrated embodiment, due to the sensor area 224, the recess may have two or more different widths in a direction perpendicular to the folding axis A.

For example, the recess is (1) formed at the edge of the first portion 210a parallel to the folding axis A of the first housing structure 210 and the sensor region 224 of the second housing structure 220 The first width w1 between the first portion 220a, and (2) the second portion 210b of the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 do not correspond to the sensor area 224. It may have a second width w2 formed by the second portion 220b parallel to the folding axis A without being In this case, the second width w2 may be longer than the first width w1. In other words, the first part 210a of the first housing structure 210 and the first part 220a of the second housing structure 220 having mutually asymmetric shapes form the first width w1 of the recess. The second portion 210b of the first housing structure 210 and the second portion 220b of the second housing structure 220 having mutually symmetrical shapes form the second width w2 of the recess. can In one embodiment, the first part 220a and the second part 220b of the second housing structure 220 may have different distances from the folding axis A. The width of the recess is not limited to the illustrated example. In various embodiments, the recess may have a plurality of widths due to the shape of the sensor area 224 or the asymmetrical shape of the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 .

In one embodiment, at least a portion of the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 may be formed of a metal material or a non-metal material having a rigidity of a size selected to support the display 100 .

In one embodiment, the sensor area 224 may be formed to have a predetermined area adjacent to one corner of the second housing structure 220 . However, the arrangement, shape, and size of the sensor area 224 are not limited to the illustrated example. For example, in another embodiment, the sensor area 224 may be provided in another corner of the second housing structure 220 or an arbitrary area between the top corner and the bottom corner. In one embodiment, components for performing various functions embedded in the electronic device 10 are electronically transmitted through the sensor area 224 or through one or more openings provided in the sensor area 224. It may be exposed on the front surface of the device 10 . In various embodiments, the components may include various types of sensors. The sensor may include, for example, at least one of a front camera, a receiver, and a proximity sensor.

The first rear cover 280 is disposed on one side of the folding axis on the rear side of the electronic device, may have, for example, a substantially rectangular periphery, and is formed by the first housing structure 210. Edges may be wrapped. Similarly, the second rear cover 290 may be disposed on the other side of the folding axis on the rear surface of the electronic device, and its edge may be wrapped by the second housing structure 220 .

In the illustrated embodiment, the first rear cover 280 and the second rear cover 290 may have substantially symmetrical shapes around the folding axis (axis A). However, the first rear cover 280 and the second rear cover 290 do not necessarily have symmetrical shapes, and in another embodiment, the electronic device 10 includes various shapes of the first rear cover 280 and A second rear cover 290 may be included. In another embodiment, the first rear cover 280 may be integrally formed with the first housing structure 210, and the second rear cover 290 may be integrally formed with the second housing structure 220. there is.

In one embodiment, the first rear cover 280, the second rear cover 290, the first housing structure 210, and the second housing structure 220 are various parts of the electronic device 10 (eg: A space in which a printed circuit board or a battery) may be disposed may be formed. In one embodiment, one or more components may be disposed or visually exposed on the rear surface of the electronic device 10 . For example, at least a portion of the sub display 240 may be visually exposed through the first rear area 282 of the first rear cover 280 . In another embodiment, one or more parts or sensors may be visually exposed through the second rear area 292 of the second rear cover 290 . In various embodiments, the sensor may include a proximity sensor and/or a rear camera.

Referring to FIG. 2 , the hinge cover 230 is disposed between the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 to cover internal parts (eg, a hinge structure). can In an embodiment, the hinge cover 230 may be configured to include the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure (according to a state (flat state or folded state) of the electronic device 10). 220), or may be exposed to the outside.

For example, as shown in FIG. 1 , when the electronic device 10 is in an unfolded state, the hinge cover 230 may not be exposed because it is covered by the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220. . For example, as shown in FIG. 2 , when the electronic device 10 is in a folded state (eg, fully folded state), the hinge cover 230 includes the first housing structure 210 and the second housing It may be exposed to the outside between the structures 220 . For example, when the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 are folded with a certain angle (intermediate state), the hinge cover 230 is the first housing structure It may be partially exposed to the outside between the 210 and the second housing structure 220 . However, in this case, the exposed area may be smaller than the completely folded state. In one embodiment, the hinge cover 230 may include a curved surface.

The display 100 may be disposed on a space formed by the foldable housing 200 . For example, the display 100 is seated on a recess formed by the foldable housing 200 and may constitute most of the front surface of the electronic device 10 .

Accordingly, the front surface of the electronic device 10 may include the display 100 , a partial area of the first housing structure 210 adjacent to the display 100 , and a partial area of the second housing structure 220 . Further, the rear surface of the electronic device 10 includes the first rear cover 280, a partial area of the first housing structure 210 adjacent to the first rear cover 280, the second rear cover 290, and the second rear cover. A portion of the second housing structure 220 adjacent to 290 may be included.

The display 100 may refer to a display in which at least a partial area may be deformed into a flat or curved surface. In one embodiment, the display 100 includes a folding area 103, a first area 101 disposed on one side (the left side of the folding area 103 shown in FIG. 1) based on the folding area 103, and the other side. It may include a second region 102 disposed on (the right side of the folding region 103 shown in FIG. 1).

The division of regions of the display 100 shown in FIG. 1 is exemplary, and the display 100 may be divided into a plurality of (eg, four or more or two) regions according to a structure or function. For example, in the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, the area of the display 100 may be divided by the folding area 103 extending parallel to the y-axis or the folding axis (A-axis), but in another embodiment, the display ( 100), regions may be divided based on another folding region (eg, a folding region parallel to the x-axis) or another folding axis (eg, a folding axis parallel to the x-axis).

The first region 101 and the second region 102 may have generally symmetrical shapes with the folding region 103 as the center. However, unlike the first area 101, the second area 102 may include a notch cut according to the presence of the sensor area 224, but in other areas, the first It may have a shape symmetrical to that of region 101 . In other words, the first region 101 and the second region 102 may include a portion having a shape symmetrical to each other and a portion having a shape asymmetrical to each other.

Hereinafter, the operation of the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 and the display 100 according to the state of the electronic device 10 (eg, a flat state and a folded state) Each area of is described.

In one embodiment, when the electronic device 10 is in a flat state (eg, FIG. 1 ), the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 form an angle of 180 degrees and face the same direction. It can be placed facing up. The surface of the first area 101 and the surface of the second area 102 of the display 100 form an angle of 180 degrees to each other and may face the same direction (eg, the front surface of the electronic device). The folding region 103 may form the same plane as the first region 101 and the second region 102 .

In one embodiment, when the electronic device 10 is in a folded state (eg, FIG. 2 ), the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 may face each other. The surface of the first area 101 and the surface of the second area 102 of the display 100 form a narrow angle (eg, between 0 degrees and 10 degrees) and may face each other. At least a portion of the folding region 103 may be formed of a curved surface having a predetermined curvature.

In one embodiment, when the electronic device 10 is in a folded state (eg, FIG. 2 ), the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 are at a certain angle to each other. ) can be placed. The surface of the first area 101 and the surface of the second area 102 of the display 100 may form an angle greater than that of the folded state and smaller than that of the unfolded state. At least a portion of the folding region 103 may be made of a curved surface having a predetermined curvature, and the curvature at this time may be smaller than that in a folded state.

3 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 3 , in one embodiment, the electronic device 10 includes a display unit 20, a bracket assembly 30, a substrate unit 300, a first housing structure 210, and a second housing structure 220. , It may include a first rear cover 280 and a second rear cover 290. In this document, the display unit 20 may be referred to as a display module or a display assembly.

The display unit 20 may include the display 100 and one or more plates or layers 140 on which the display 100 is seated. In one embodiment, the plate 140 may be disposed between the display 100 and the bracket assembly 30 . The display 100 may be disposed on at least a part of one surface (eg, the upper surface of FIG. 3 ) of the plate 140 . The plate 140 may be formed in a shape corresponding to that of the display 100 . For example, a partial area of the plate 140 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the notch 104 of the display 100 .

The bracket assembly 30 covers the first bracket 330, the second bracket 340, the hinge structure disposed between the first bracket 330 and the second bracket 340, and the hinge structure when viewed from the outside. A hinge cover 230 and a wiring member 350 (eg, a flexible circuit board (FPC), flexible printed circuit) may be included across the first bracket 330 and the second bracket 340 .

In one embodiment, the bracket assembly 30 may be disposed between the plate 140 and the substrate part 300 . For example, the first bracket 330 may be disposed between the first area 101 of the display 100 and the first substrate 310 . The second bracket 340 may be disposed between the second area 102 of the display 100 and the second substrate 320 .

In one embodiment, at least a portion of the wiring member 350 and the hinge structure 360 may be disposed inside the bracket assembly 30 . The wiring member 350 may be disposed in a direction (eg, an x-axis direction) crossing the first bracket 330 and the second bracket 340 . The wiring member 350 may be disposed in a direction (eg, the x-axis direction) perpendicular to the folding axis (eg, the y-axis or the folding axis A of FIG. 1 ) of the folding area 103 of the electronic device 10. there is.

As mentioned above, the substrate unit 300 may include the first substrate 310 disposed on the side of the first bracket 330 and the second substrate 320 disposed on the side of the second bracket 340. can The first substrate 310 and the second substrate 320 include a bracket assembly 30, a first housing structure 210, a second housing structure 220, a first rear cover 280 and a second rear cover. It can be arranged inside the space formed by (290). Components for realizing various functions of the electronic device 10 may be disposed on the first substrate 310 and the second substrate 320 .

The first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 may be assembled to each other so as to be coupled to both sides of the bracket assembly 30 in a state where the display unit 20 is coupled to the bracket assembly 30 . As will be described later, the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 can be coupled to the bracket assembly 30 by sliding on both sides of the bracket assembly 30 .

In one embodiment, the first housing structure 210 may include a first rotational support surface 212, and the second housing structure 220 may include a second rotational support corresponding to the first rotational support surface 212. It may include face 222 . The first rotation support surface 212 and the second rotation support surface 222 may include a curved surface corresponding to the curved surface included in the hinge cover 230 .

In one embodiment, the first rotation support surface 212 and the second rotation support surface 222, when the electronic device 10 is in an unfolded state (eg, the electronic device of FIG. 1), the hinge cover 230 By covering the hinge cover 230, the rear surface of the electronic device 10 may not be exposed or may be minimally exposed. Meanwhile, the first rotation support surface 212 and the second rotation support surface 222 are curved surfaces included in the hinge cover 230 when the electronic device 10 is in a folded state (eg, the electronic device of FIG. 2 ). By rotating along the , the hinge cover 230 may be maximally exposed to the rear surface of the electronic device 10 .

4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment. 5 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module and a lens unit according to an exemplary embodiment.

4 and 5, an electronic device 40 according to an embodiment includes a housing 400, a first display (eg, flexible display) 403, a second display 404, and a printed circuit board. assembly (PCB) 405 , at least one support member 406 and a fingerprint recognition module 410 . In some embodiments, the electronic device 40 may omit at least one of the components or additionally include other components. For example, the electronic device 40 may further include a lens unit ( 500 in FIG. 5 ) and/or a fingerprint recognition sensor IC (not shown) for controlling the fingerprint recognition module 410 . For another example, the second display 404 may be a part of the first display 403 extending from the first display 403 . At least one of the components of the electronic device 40 may be the same as or similar to at least one of the components of the electronic device 10 of FIGS. 1 to 3 , and overlapping descriptions are omitted below.

According to one embodiment, the housing 400 may include a first housing 401 and a second housing 402 . The first housing 401 and the second housing 402 may be referred to as the first housing structure 210 and the second housing structure 220 of FIG. 1 , respectively.

According to an embodiment, the first housing 401 and the second housing 402 may accommodate the first display 403 . The first display 403 may include a first part and a second part. For example, one area of the first display 403 accommodated in the first housing 401 refers to the first portion, and another area of the first display 403 accommodated in the second housing 402 refers to the second portion. can mean The first housing 401 may include a second display 404 disposed on a surface opposite to the first portion of the first display 403 .

According to one embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module 410 and the printed circuit board 405 are inserted into the front of the first housing 401, and at least one support member 406 and the second display 404 are the first It may be coupled to the front of the housing 401. The rear surface of the first housing 401 may be combined with the first display 403 . However, it is not limited to this. For example, the support member 406 and the printed circuit board 405 shown in FIG. 4 are only one example of a structure for disposing the fingerprint recognition module 410, and the fingerprint recognition module 410 is disposed in an electronic device. Other types of structures for doing so may be included in the electronic device.

According to one embodiment, the printed circuit board 405 may be coupled to the rear surface of the support member 406 . A processor, memory, and/or interface may be mounted (or disposed) on the printed circuit board 405 . The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. Memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. The interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and/or an audio interface. The interface may, for example, electrically or physically connect the electronic device 40 with an external electronic device, and may include a USB connector, an SD card/MMC connector, or an audio connector.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed between the first display 403 and the second display 404 . The fingerprint recognition module 410 may not be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 40 . According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may include at least two or more fingerprint recognition sensors (not shown). For example, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may include a first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed in a direction toward the first display 403 and a second fingerprint recognition sensor disposed in a direction toward the second display 404. there is. The fingerprint recognition sensor may obtain biometric information such as a fingerprint of an external object (eg, a user's finger). That is, when the user uses the first display 403, the first fingerprint recognition sensor acquires biometric information, and when the user uses the second display 404, the second fingerprint recognition sensor obtains biometric information. can do. The fingerprint recognition sensor may be an optical fingerprint recognition sensor. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the fingerprint recognition sensor may be at least one of a capacitive fingerprint recognition sensor, an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition sensor, and a resistive fingerprint recognition sensor. The fingerprint recognition sensor may transmit biometric information acquired from the user to a processor (not shown) through a fingerprint recognition sensor IC (not shown). The fingerprint recognition sensor IC may receive a fingerprint recognition sensor activation or driving signal from a processor and may control the fingerprint recognition sensor.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition sensor may include an optical module or may include an ultrasonic oscillator and a receiver. If the fingerprint recognition sensor uses an optical method, the fingerprint recognition sensor may capture a fingerprint image using an optical sensor such as a CCD/CMOS or photodiode. When the fingerprint recognition sensor uses an ultrasonic method, the fingerprint recognition sensor may acquire fingerprint information by converting a fingerprint image reflected by ultrasonic waves into an electrical signal. The fingerprint recognition sensor may transmit the acquired fingerprint image or fingerprint information to the fingerprint recognition sensor IC. The fingerprint recognition sensor IC may transmit acquired biometric information such as a fingerprint image or fingerprint information to a processor disposed on the printed circuit board 405 to perform an authentication operation or control the fingerprint sensor. However, it is not limited to this.

6 is an internal plan view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 6 , the fingerprint recognition module 410 according to an embodiment may be disposed in the first housing 401 of the electronic device 40 . Referring to FIG. 6 , the first housing 401 may include a space in which a fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed. For example, the first housing 401 may include an opening into which the fingerprint recognition module 410 can be inserted in an area adjacent to an area where the printed circuit board 405 is disposed. The fingerprint recognition module 410 may be inserted into the opening and electrically connected to the printed circuit board 405 .

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed in the -y axis direction from the center of the first housing 401 of the electronic device 40 . However, it is not limited to this.

7 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device showing the arrangement of fingerprint recognition modules according to the position of a second display according to an exemplary embodiment.

Referring to (a) of FIG. 7 , based on the unfolded state of the electronic device 40 according to an embodiment, the first housing 401 including the second display 404 is the second housing 402 - Can be arranged in the x-axis direction. That is, when viewing the electronic device 40 from above (in the -z direction), the first housing 401 may be positioned to the left of the second housing 402 . In this case, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed in the first housing 401 . Referring to (b) of FIG. 7 , based on the unfolded state of the electronic device 50 according to another embodiment, the first housing 501 including the second display 504 is the second housing 502 + can be arranged in the x-axis direction. That is, when viewing the electronic device 50 from above (in the -z direction), the first housing 501 may be positioned to the right of the second housing 502 . In this case, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed in the first housing 501 . That is, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed in a housing (eg, the first housing 401 or 501) in which the second display 404 or 504 is disposed.

8 is an internal plan view of an electronic device illustrating arrangement of fingerprint recognition modules according to locations of batteries according to an exemplary embodiment.

In the electronic device 60 according to an embodiment, one of the plurality of housings may place the battery 610 therein. For example, referring to (a) of FIG. 8 , the battery 610 may not be disposed in the first housing 601 but may be disposed in the second housing 602 . In this case, the fingerprint recognition module 410 according to an embodiment may be disposed in a housing in which the battery 610 is not disposed. For example, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed in the first housing 601 where the battery 610 is not disposed. However, it is not limited to this. According to another embodiment, batteries may be disposed in all housings among the plurality of housings. For example, the battery 610 may be mounted on the second housing 602 and the battery 620 may be disposed on the first housing 601 . In this case, the fingerprint recognition module 410 may be disposed inside the housing (eg, the first housing 601) below the battery 620 in the -y axis direction in the housing where the second display is disposed. there is. However, it is not limited to this.

9A is a perspective view of an electronic device for recognizing a user's fingerprint when the electronic device is in an unfolded or folded state according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 9A , a fingerprint recognition module ( 410 in FIG. 8 ) has a first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed in a direction toward the first display 701 and a second fingerprint disposed in a direction toward the second display 703 . By including the recognition sensor, when the electronic device 60 is in an unfolded or folded state, the electronic device 60 is a fingerprint detection area disposed at positions corresponding to each other based on the position where the user grips the electronic device 60 The user's biometric information may be recognized from the user's touch input or hovering input to 710 . Therefore, when the user uses the electronic device 60 in an unfolded or folded state, the electronic device 60 senses fingerprints at positions corresponding to each other, providing a consistent user experience (UX) to the user. can do. Thus, usability of the electronic device 60 may be improved. Furthermore, the electronic device 60 includes the fingerprint recognition module, so that both the display 701 when the electronic device 60 is in an unfolded state and the display 703 when the electronic device 60 is in a folded state can detect fingerprints. can sense. That is, the fingerprint recognition module can improve user convenience and security of the electronic device 60 .

According to an embodiment, at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor may be activated according to a user's use. For example, when a user uses the first display 701, a first fingerprint recognition sensor may be activated and a second fingerprint recognition sensor may be deactivated. According to another embodiment, when the user uses the second display 703, the first fingerprint recognition sensor may be deactivated and the second fingerprint recognition sensor may be activated. However, it is not limited to this. For example, when a user simultaneously uses the first display 701 and the second display 703, at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor may be activated. For example, when the user simultaneously uses the first display 701 and the second display 703, the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor may be simultaneously activated. In this case, the user's fingerprint sensing process In , since fingerprint sensing is performed using a bidirectional fingerprint recognition sensor, security of the electronic device and usability of the electronic device can be improved.

According to an embodiment, according to a folding state (eg, an unfolded state or a folded state) of the electronic device 60, a fingerprint sensor of a corresponding display among a first display (eg, a flexible display) and a second display (external display) A fingerprint user interface (UI) may be selectively displayed on the area where is disposed. For example, a fingerprint UI may be displayed in an area where a fingerprint sensor is disposed on a first display (eg, a flexible display) in an unfolded state.

According to an embodiment, a corresponding fingerprint recognition sensor among the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor may be selectively activated according to a folding state (eg, an unfolded state or a folded state) of the electronic device 60 . For example, in an unfolded state, the first fingerprint recognition sensor may be activated. According to an embodiment, a fingerprint having a higher security level among a first fingerprint recognition sensor (eg, an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition sensor) and a second fingerprint recognition sensor (eg, an optical fingerprint recognition sensor) according to a security level used in an executed application. It can be set to perform authentication through a recognition sensor. For example, when the electronic device 60 is in a folded state, a user guide may be provided on a second display (eg, an external display) so that the electronic device 60 can be opened and authenticated.

9B is a block diagram of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

The fingerprint recognition module 810 according to an embodiment may be the same as or similar to the fingerprint recognition module 410 of FIGS. 4 to 8 , and duplicate descriptions will be omitted below.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 60 may be the same as or similar to the electronic device 60 of FIG. 9A, and redundant descriptions will be omitted below.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 60 may include at least one processor 900 electrically connected to the first display 701 , the second display 703 and the fingerprint recognition module 810 . The at least one processor 900 may be configured to identify the occurrence of an activation event of at least one of the first display 701 or the second display 703 . The processor 900 electrically connected to the first display 701 or the second display 703 may control the fingerprint recognition module 810 in response to the occurrence of the event. For example, the processor 900 may control to activate or deactivate at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 of the fingerprint recognition module 810 .

According to an embodiment, the processor 900 may perform an operation of determining whether the identified event is an activation event of the first display 701 or an activation event of the second display 703 .

When the identified event is determined to be an activation event of the first display 701, the processor 900 may perform an operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 to activate the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831. For another example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 701, the processor 900 activates the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and activates the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832. An operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 to be deactivated may be performed. According to an embodiment, the activation event of the first display 701 may mean that it is detected that the housing of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A is in an unfolded state. As another example, the activation event of the first display 701 is a state in which the user uses the first display 701 (eg, a flexible display) of a foldable electronic device, as shown in FIG. 9A . It can also mean that it is perceived as being.

When the identified event is determined to be the activation event of the second display 703, the processor 900 may perform an operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 to activate the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832. For another example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the second display 703, the processor 900 activates the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 and activates the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831. An operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 to be deactivated may be performed. According to an embodiment, the activation event of the second display 703 may mean that it is detected that the housing of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A is in a folded state. For another example, as shown in FIG. 9A , the activation event of the second display 703 is a state in which the user uses the second display 703 (eg, a sub display) of a foldable electronic device. It can also mean that it is perceived as being.

According to an embodiment, the processor 900 may perform an operation of determining whether the identified event is an activation event of the first display 701 and the second display 703 .

When the identified event is determined to be an activation event of the first display 701 and the second display 703, the processor 900 operates at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832. An operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 to be activated may be performed. For example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 701 and the second display 703, the processor 900 activates the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and activates the second fingerprint. An operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 to deactivate the recognition sensor 832 may be performed. For another example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 701 and the second display 703, the processor 900 activates the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832, and An operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 may be performed so that the fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is deactivated. For another example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 701 and the second display 703, the processor 900 uses the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition An operation of controlling the fingerprint recognition module 810 may be performed so that the sensor 832 is simultaneously activated. According to an embodiment, the activation event of the first display 701 and the second display 703 is the first housing 601 and the second housing of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A. 602 may mean that it is sensed that the first housing 601 and the second housing 602 are folded at a predetermined angle so as to form a predetermined angle. For another example, the activation events of the first display 701 and the second display 703 are the first displays 701 and 702 of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A (eg: Flexible display) and the second display 703 (eg, sub display) may be sensed as being simultaneously used.

10 is a front view, a right plan view, and a cross-sectional view illustrating an inside of the fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment.

The fingerprint recognition module 810 according to an embodiment may be identical to or similar to the fingerprint recognition module 410 of FIGS. 4 to 8 and the fingerprint recognition module 810 of FIG. 9B , and overlapping descriptions are omitted below. .

Referring to FIG. 10 , a fingerprint recognition module 810 according to an embodiment may include a flexible circuit board 820, a first fingerprint recognition sensor 831, a second fingerprint recognition sensor 832, and a housing 840. can However, the configuration of the fingerprint recognition module 810 is not limited thereto. For example, the fingerprint recognition module 810 may further include a fingerprint recognition sensor IC. In another embodiment, at least one support member 860 disposed between the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be further included.

According to an embodiment, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be disposed to face in different directions. For example, the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be disposed to face the opposite direction of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 .

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition sensor (eg, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831) and the fingerprint recognition sensor IC, which are components of the fingerprint recognition module 810, are connected to the flexible circuit board 820, and the printed circuit board (405 in FIG. 6). The fingerprint recognition module 810 and the processor may be electrically connected through the flexible printed circuit board 820 . The processor may receive a signal from the fingerprint recognition module 810 or control the fingerprint recognition module 810 .

According to one embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board 820 may be formed of a material having flexibility. For example, the flexible printed circuit board 820 may be formed of a conductive thin film pattern such as a copper thin film on a polyimide film. However, it is not limited to this. A portion connecting the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 , the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 , and the intermediate portion 850 of the flexible printed circuit board 820 may be bent or curved. However, it is not limited to this.

According to an embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board 820 may include an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 is disposed. The flexible printed circuit board 820 has a region where the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is disposed and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 face in different directions. A region where the sensor 832 is disposed may be in a folded state. For example, referring to FIG. 10 , the flexible printed circuit board 820 has the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 so that the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 face opposite directions. The area 890 between the disposed area and the area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 is disposed may be in a folded state.

According to an embodiment, when the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 are disposed facing opposite directions, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor are at least Some may be arranged in a stacked structure. For another example, when the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 are disposed in opposite directions, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 ) and the second fingerprint recognition sensor may be disposed in a non-stacked structure. For example, since the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor are spaced apart from each other in a direction perpendicular to the opposite direction, the thickness of the housing 840 may be reduced.

According to one embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board 820 may include an intermediate portion 850 . The intermediate portion 850 may include a lead portion of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . At least a portion of the middle portion 850 may be located outside the fingerprint recognition module 810 . At least a portion of the middle portion 850 may be disposed on a side surface disposed between surfaces on which the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 face. Accordingly, the housing 840 accommodating at least a portion of at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be disposed on a side surface of the middle portion 850 . The middle portion 850 may extend to the outside of the fingerprint recognition module 810 through a side surface between a surface where the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is disposed and a surface where the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 is disposed.

According to one embodiment, the housing 840 may constitute an outer surface of the fingerprint recognition module 810 . It may include a front surface 841 of the housing 840 and a rear surface 842 that faces the opposite direction of the front surface 841, and a side surface 843 enclosing a space between the front surface 841 and the rear surface 842. can form The housing 840 may include a front housing, a rear housing, and a side housing. The front housing, rear housing and side housing may be formed separately. However, it is not limited to this. The front housing, rear housing or side housing may be integrally formed. In the housing 840, the front surface 841 and the rear surface 842 are spaced apart from each other and face each other, and the side surface 843 formed by the side housing forms a space formed between the front surface 841 and the rear surface 842 of the housing 840. It can be formed to enclose. At least a part of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be accommodated in the formed space. The first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 may be disposed in a direction toward the front housing, and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be disposed in a direction toward the rear housing.

According to an embodiment, the housing 840 may include at least one hole through which at least a part of the fingerprint recognition sensor is exposed. For example, the front housing includes a hole 844 through which at least a portion of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is exposed, and the rear housing includes a hole 845 through which at least a portion of the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 is exposed. can include However, it is not limited to this.

11A to 12 are diagrams illustrating arrangement of configurations of a fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment. 11A is a plan view and a perspective view illustrating a flexible circuit board and a fingerprint recognition sensor of a fingerprint recognition module according to an exemplary embodiment. 11B is a plan view illustrating a flexible circuit board and a fingerprint recognition sensor of a fingerprint recognition module according to another embodiment.

Referring to FIGS. 11A and 11B , a flexible printed circuit board 820 according to an exemplary embodiment includes a first surface 820a including a first area 821 and a second area 822 and a first surface 820a. It may include a second surface 820b, which is the opposite surface of , and an intermediate portion 850. The first region 821 may be connected to the second region 822 . The first region 821 may be connected to the middle portion 850 . The first surface 820a may have a flat shape.

According to an embodiment, the first region 821 and the second region 822 may mean one region of the first surface 820a of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . The first region 821 and the second region 822 may be formed on the same surface of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . For example, the first area 821 and the second area 822 may be formed on the first surface 820a. According to an embodiment, at least one fingerprint recognition sensor may be disposed on the first surface 820a. For example, a first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 may be disposed in the first area 821 and a second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be disposed in the second area 822 . The first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 are disposed in the first area 821 and the second area 822, respectively, so that the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be disposed adjacent to each other and facing the same direction.

According to another embodiment, the first area 821 and the second area 822 may be separate members from the first surface 820a of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . For example, the first region 821 and the second region 822 may contact the first surface 820a of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . However, it is not limited to this. In another example, the first region 821 and the second region 822 may be separate members connected via the first surface 820a of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . That is, the first area 821 and the second area 822 form a separate member from the first surface 820a, and the first area 820a is formed between the first area 821 and the second area 822. ) may be formed to be disposed.

According to an embodiment, the second region 822 , the first region 821 , and the middle portion 850 may be disposed in the longitudinal direction of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . For example, the second region 822 , the first region 821 , and the middle portion 850 may be sequentially disposed in the longitudinal direction of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . However, it is not limited to this. For example, at least one of the first region 821 and the second region 822 may be disposed in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the flexible printed circuit board 820 . That is, at least one of the first region 821 and the second region 822 may be formed on a side surface of the middle portion 850 . In one embodiment, the first region 821 may be disposed on the side of the middle portion 850, and the second region 822 may be disposed on the side of the first region 821, that is, the first region ( 821 and the intermediate portion 850 may be substantially perpendicular to an angle formed between the first region 821 and the second region 822 . However, it is not limited to this. In another embodiment, the first region 821 may be disposed on one side of the middle portion 850 and the second region 822 may be disposed on the opposite side of the middle portion 850 . That is, the middle part 850 may be disposed between the first region 821 and the second region 822 . In another embodiment, the second region 822, the first region 821, and the intermediate portion 850 are sequentially disposed, and one end of the flexible printed circuit board 820 is formed on the side of the intermediate portion 850. can According to one embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board 820 may include a connector 852 extending from the middle portion 850 and formed at one end of the flexible printed circuit board 820 .

12 is a plan view and a perspective view illustrating a folded state of a flexible printed circuit board on which a fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed according to an exemplary embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 12 , a flexible printed circuit board 820 according to an embodiment may be formed in a folded state at least once. For example, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 are disposed on the first surface 820a, and the distance 890 between the first area 821 and the second area 822 is It can be folded at least once. When the area 890 between the first area 821 and the second area 822 is folded at least once, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may face different directions. there is. Referring to FIG. 12 , the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be disposed to face in opposite directions.

According to an embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board 820 includes a third region 823 disposed between the first region 821 and the intermediate portion 850, and a fourth region connected to one end of the intermediate portion 850 ( 824) may be included. That is, the middle part 850 may be located between the third region 823 and the fourth region 824 . However, the configuration of the flexible circuit board 820 is not limited thereto.

According to an embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board 820 is in a folded state between the first region 821 and the third region 823 such that the first region 821 and the third region 823 face different directions. can be placed as Referring to FIG. 12 , the flexible printed circuit board 820 has a gap between the third area 823 and the first area 821 such that the third area 823 faces a direction substantially perpendicular to the first area 821 . can be folded However, it is not limited to this.

According to an embodiment, the third region 823 and the middle portion 850 may be disposed in a folded state such that the third region 823 and the middle portion 850 face different directions. Referring to FIG. 12 , the third area 823 and the middle portion 850 may be folded so that the third area 823 and the middle portion 850 face opposite directions. Accordingly, at least a portion of the rear surface of the third region 823 and at least a portion of the rear surface of the middle portion 850 may face each other. Accordingly, the middle portion 850 may be formed on the side surfaces of the first region 821 and the second region 822 . That is, the middle part 850 may be disposed to face the sides of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 .

According to an embodiment, the middle portion 850 and the fourth area 824 may be disposed in a folded state such that the middle portion 850 and the fourth area 824 face different directions. Referring to FIG. 12 , a space between the middle portion 850 and the fourth area 824 may be folded so that the middle portion 850 and the fourth area 824 face a substantially perpendicular direction. Accordingly, the fourth region 824 may be disposed parallel to the first region 821 . However, it is not limited to this.

According to an embodiment, as the flexible printed circuit board 820 is disposed in a folded state at least once as described above, an arrangement space for the fingerprint recognition sensor may be secured. For example, the first region 821 and the second region 822 are disposed on the side of the middle portion 850, and at least two or more fingerprint recognition sensors 831 and 832 are disposed on the flexible printed circuit board 820. It can be.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module 810 may further include at least one support member. For example, the fingerprint recognition module 810 may include at least one of a first support member 860 and a second support member 861 . The first support member 860 may be disposed between an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 is disposed. That is, the first support member 860 may be disposed between the first region 821 and the second region 822 . Since the first support member 860 is disposed between the first region 821 and the second region 822, the first support member 860 is provided with the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832. ) and the flexible printed circuit board 820 may be supported. The second support member 861 may be disposed between the third region 823 and the middle portion 850 . By being disposed between the third region 823 and the middle portion 850 , the second support member 861 may support the flexible printed circuit board 820 . According to an embodiment, at least one of the first support member 860 and the second support member 861 may be formed in a plate shape. However, it is not limited to this.

13 is a perspective view illustrating a fingerprint recognition module in which a fingerprint recognition sensor IC is disposed according to an exemplary embodiment. 14 is a perspective view illustrating a fingerprint recognition module in which a fingerprint recognition sensor IC is disposed according to another embodiment.

Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14 , a fingerprint recognition module 810 according to an embodiment may include at least one fingerprint recognition sensor IC 870 or 880 . At least one fingerprint recognition sensor IC (870, 880) transmits biometric information such as a fingerprint image or fingerprint information obtained from a fingerprint recognition sensor (eg, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 of FIG. 12) to a printed circuit board (eg, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 of FIG. 12). It is transmitted to a processor disposed on the printed circuit board 405 of FIG. 4 to perform an authentication operation or to control the fingerprint recognition sensor.

Referring to FIG. 13 , a fingerprint recognition sensor IC 870 according to an exemplary embodiment may be disposed in an intermediate portion 850 . The fingerprint recognition sensor IC 870 may be disposed in an area of the middle portion 850 exposed to the outside of the fingerprint recognition module 810 . Accordingly, the fingerprint recognition sensor IC 870 may be disposed on the outer surface of the fingerprint recognition module 810 . In this case, as shown in FIG. 11A, when the fingerprint recognition sensors 831 and 832 are disposed on the flexible circuit board 820, the fingerprint recognition sensor IC 870 is disposed to face the same direction as the fingerprint recognition sensor, It may be easy to place the fingerprint recognition sensor IC 870 on the circuit board 820 .

Referring to FIG. 14 , the fingerprint recognition sensor IC 880 according to an exemplary embodiment is located in an area ( 851) can be placed. The fingerprint recognition sensor IC 880 may be disposed inside the housing 840 and not exposed to the outside of the fingerprint recognition module 810 . The fingerprint recognition sensor IC 880 is disposed inside the fingerprint recognition module 810, so space utilization of the fingerprint recognition module 810 can be improved. According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module 810 and the fingerprint recognition sensor IC 880 may form one module. Since the fingerprint recognition module 810 and the fingerprint recognition sensor IC 880 form one module, the fingerprint recognition module 810 can be easily manufactured.

15 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a fingerprint recognition module and a lens unit according to an embodiment.

The fingerprint recognition module 810 may be referred to by the fingerprint recognition module 410 of FIGS. 4 to 6 and the fingerprint recognition module 810 of FIGS. 11A to 14 . The electronic device 90 may be referred to by the electronic devices 10, 40, 50, and 60 of FIGS. 1 to 9B. Redundant descriptions of the same or substantially the same components as those described above will be omitted.

Referring to FIG. 15 , a fingerprint recognition module 810 may be disposed between a first display 901 and a second display 902 . For example, the fingerprint recognition module 810 may be disposed so that the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 faces the first display 901 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 faces the second display 902. there is.

According to an embodiment, at least one space may be formed between the first display 901 and the fingerprint recognition module 810 and/or between the second display 902 and the fingerprint recognition module 810 . For example, a first gap 903 may be formed between the first display 901 and the fingerprint recognition module 810 . In addition, a second gap 904 may be formed between the second display 902 and the fingerprint recognition module 810 .

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 90 may include at least one lens unit 910 . A lens unit 910 may be disposed in the first gap 903 . That is, the lens unit 910 may be disposed between the fingerprint recognition module 810 and the first display 901 . However, it is not limited to this. For example, the lens unit 910 may be included in the fingerprint recognition module 810 . That is, the lens unit 910 may be disposed between at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 and the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 and the first display 901 .

According to one embodiment, the second display 902 may include a window member 902a and a display panel 902b. The electronic device 90 may further include at least one other support member 907 disposed between the second display 902 and the support member 906 . The support member 907 may support the second display 902 .

According to an embodiment, the second display 902 may include a rigid surface by including at least one window member 902a. However, according to an embodiment, since the first display 901 may be foldable, it may not include a glass layer. As a result, since the lens unit 910 is disposed in the first gap 903 , the lens unit 910 can support the first display 901 . In addition, when the user touches the first display 901 , the lens unit 910 may reduce the feeling of use due to the user feeling a step difference due to the first gap 903 . Furthermore, the lens unit 910 causes a bright spot (a cell defect that shines brighter than a normal image), shrinkage, or a bit missing phenomenon due to the first gap 903 in the first display 901. can reduce what you do.

According to an embodiment, the housing 905 of the electronic device 90 may include a space in which at least a part of the fingerprint recognition module 810 is disposed. For example, the housing 905 may include a groove into which at least a portion of the fingerprint recognition module 810 may be inserted. Referring to FIG. 15 , a part of the fingerprint recognition module 810 in which the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is disposed may be inserted into the housing 905 . According to an embodiment, the electronic device 90 may include a support member 906 . The support member 906 may include a space in which at least a part of the fingerprint recognition module 810 is disposed. Referring to FIG. 15 , a part of the fingerprint recognition module 810 in which the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 is disposed may be inserted into the support member 906 . The fingerprint recognition module 810 may be disposed between the housing 905 and the support member 906 . The fingerprint recognition module 810 may be disposed between the housing 905 and the support member 906, and the fingerprint recognition module 810 may be fixed.

According to an embodiment, the support member 906 may include a hole 906a opened in a direction toward the second display 902 . At least a part of the fingerprint recognition module 810 may be exposed through the hole 906a. For example, at least a portion of the second fingerprint recognition sensor 832 may be exposed through the hole 906a.

In one embodiment, the lens unit 910 of the first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed in the area of the first display (eg, the flexible display 901) and the window included in the second display (eg, the second display 902) Member 902a may be constructed of substantially the same material and/or substantially the same permittivity. For example, the lens unit 910 of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the window member 902a included in the second display (eg, the second display 902) have substantially the same material and/or substantially the same permittivity. By being configured as, the recognition performance of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and/or the second fingerprint recognition sensor can be improved.

According to an embodiment, the first display 901 may include a protective layer 901a, a window member 901b, and a display panel 901c. The protective layer 901a may include at least one of a polymer sheet or glass. The electronic device 90 may further include at least one other support member 908 disposed between the first display 901 and the housing 905 . The support member 908 may support the first display 901 . According to one embodiment, the support member 908 may include a space into which the lens unit 910 is inserted. The lens unit 910 may be inserted into the space to face the first display 901 .

16A is a diagram illustrating a lens according to an exemplary embodiment. 16B is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including a lens unit according to a focal length according to an exemplary embodiment.

The electronic device 90 may be referred to as the electronic device 90 of FIG. 15 . The same reference numerals have been used for the same or substantially the same components as those described above, and redundant descriptions will be omitted.

Referring to FIGS. 16A and 16B , a lens unit 910 according to an embodiment may include a pattern unit 911 and a support unit 912 formed to surround the pattern unit 911 . The pattern unit 911 may face the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 . The pattern unit 911 may detect an external object (eg, a user's finger) approaching the fingerprint detection area (eg, the fingerprint detection area 710 of FIG. 9A ). When an external object approaches the fingerprint detection area, the pattern unit 911 detects a touch or hovering of the external object based on a change in a signal (eg, voltage, light amount, resistance, or charge amount) for the pattern unit 911. can detect Accordingly, the pattern unit 911 may optimize the performance of the fingerprint recognition sensor (eg, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831).

According to an embodiment, the lens unit 910 may be seated on the housing 905 by the support unit 912 . That is, at least one surface of the support part 912 and the housing 905 may face each other. The support portion 912 is coupled to the housing 905 and the attachment portion 909 to block foreign substances from being introduced into the housing 905 from the outside of the electronic device. Furthermore, the support 912 may reduce bending of the first display 901 . According to one embodiment, the support part 912 and the housing 905 may be coupled using a waterproof tape at the attachment part 909 . However, it is not limited to this. For example, the support part 912 and the housing 905 may be coupled using a sponge or dispensing at the attachment part 909 .

According to an embodiment, the lens unit 910 may include a flange structure. For example, the lens unit 910 may have a disk shape. However, it is not limited to this. In the lens unit 910 , a pattern unit 911 may be formed at the center of the disk-shaped lens unit 910 , and a support unit 912 may be formed to surround the pattern unit 911 .

According to an embodiment, the pattern portion 911 and the support portion 912 may form a step. For example, the pattern portion 911 may protrude from one surface of the support portion 912 . The degree of protrusion of the pattern part 911 may vary according to the focal length of the fingerprint recognition sensor (eg, the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831). Referring to (a) of FIG. 16B, when the focal distance D1 of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is short, the height (or protrusion) of the pattern part 911 relative to one surface of the support part 912 (h1) can be low. Referring to (b) of FIG. 16B, when the focal distance D2 of the first fingerprint recognition sensor 831 is long, the height (or protrusion) of the pattern part 911 relative to one surface of the support part 912 (h2) can be high. That is, the lens unit 910 adjusts the height of the pattern unit 911 according to the optimal angle of view or focal length of the fingerprint recognition sensor, thereby improving the efficiency of the placement space of the fingerprint recognition module in the electronic device 90. can

17 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment. 18 is another exploded perspective view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment.

17 and 18, an electronic device 1000 according to an embodiment includes a first housing 1001, a first display 1003, a second display 1004, and a printed board assembly (PCB). 1005 , at least one support member 1006 , an optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 and an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 . In some embodiments, the electronic device 1000 may omit at least one of the components or may additionally include other components. For example, the electronic device 1000 further includes a lens unit ( 1030 in FIG. 18 ) or a fingerprint recognition sensor IC (not shown) for controlling the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 . You may. At least one of the components of the electronic device 1000 is the same as at least one of the components of the electronic device 10 of FIGS. 1 to 3 or the components of the electronic device 40 of FIGS. 4 to 5 , or similar, and redundant descriptions are omitted below.

According to an embodiment, the first display 1003 may include a first portion accommodated in the first housing 1001 . The first housing 1001 may include a second display 1004 disposed on a surface opposite to the first portion of the first display 1003 .

According to an embodiment, the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 may be disposed between the first display 1003 and the second display 1004 . The fingerprint recognition module 1020 may not be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 1000 . For example, the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 may be disposed on the rear surface of the second display 1004 . The optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 may include a fingerprint recognition sensor. For example, the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 may include an optical fingerprint recognition sensor, and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 may include an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition sensor. However, it is not limited to this.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition sensor may obtain biometric information such as a fingerprint of an external object (eg, a user's finger). The fingerprint recognition sensor may transmit biometric information acquired from the user to a processor (not shown) through a fingerprint recognition sensor IC (not shown). The fingerprint recognition sensor IC may receive a fingerprint recognition sensor activation or driving signal from a processor and may control the fingerprint recognition sensor.

19 is a perspective view of a second display coupled with an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 19 , an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 may be disposed on the rear surface of the second display 1004 . The ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 according to an embodiment may include an FOD printed circuit board 1022 and an ultrasonic fingerprint on display (FOD) 1024. The ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 may be electrically connected to a flexible circuit board (FPCB) 1021 to be electrically connected to a main printed circuit board (main PCB) (not shown). A processor, memory, and/or interface may be disposed (or disposed) on the flexible circuit board 1021 . The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. Memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. The interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and/or an audio interface. For example, the interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device ( 1000 of FIG. 18 ) with an external electronic device, and may include a USB connector, an SD card/MMC connector, or an audio connector.

20 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 20 , an electronic device 1000 according to an embodiment may include an optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 disposed between an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 and a first display 1003. The optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 may be disposed facing the first display 1003 . Since the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 is disposed on the rear surface of the second display 1004 , the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 may include a one-way fingerprint recognition sensor facing the first display 1003 . However, it is not limited to this. For example, the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 may be disposed facing the second display 1004 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 may be disposed on the rear surface of the first display 1003 .

According to an embodiment, the position where the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 is disposed and the position where the ultrasonic FOD 1024 is disposed may not correspond to each other. For example, referring to FIG. 20 , the ultrasonic FOD 1024 is disposed between the battery 1007 and the second display 1004, and the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 is a housing in which the battery 1007 is not disposed. can be placed in the space of In this case, the electronic device 1000 may include at least one support structure 1023 disposed between the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 and the second display 1004 . The support structure 1023 may support the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 by being disposed between the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 and the second display 1004 .

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 1000 may further include at least one elastic member 1008 disposed between the support structure 1023 and the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 . The elastic member 1008 may include a sponge. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the elastic member 1008 may include various materials including elastic force such as rubber or silicone.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 1000 may include at least one lens unit 1030 disposed between the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 and the first display 1003 . Information about the lens unit 1030 may be referred to by the lens unit 910 of FIGS. 15 to 16A and 16B. Redundant descriptions of the same or substantially the same components as those described above will be omitted.

21 is a perspective view of a second display coupled with an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module according to another embodiment. 22 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device including an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and an optical fingerprint recognition module according to another embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 21 , an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1120 may be disposed on the rear surface of the second display 1104 . The ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1120 according to an embodiment may include an FOD printed circuit board 1122 and an ultrasonic fingerprint on display (FOD) 1124. The ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1120 may be electrically connected to a flexible circuit board (FPCB) 1121 to be electrically connected to a main printed circuit board (main PCB) (not shown).

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 1100 may include at least one support structure 1123. The support structure 1123 may include a housing 1123a forming a space accommodating at least a portion of the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1120 . For example, at least a portion of the FOD printed circuit board 1122 and the ultrasonic FOD 1124 may be accommodated in a space formed by the support structure 1123.

According to an embodiment, the support structure 1123 may be disposed on the flexible printed circuit board 1121. For example, the support structure 1123 may be disposed on the flexible circuit board 1121 with the pad portion 1125 of FIG. 21 interposed therebetween. The pad part 1125 may be formed to surround at least some area around the FOD printed circuit board 1122 and the ultrasonic FOD 1124 . According to one embodiment, in order to reduce damage to the FOD printed circuit board 1122, at least one end of the pad part 1125 may be disposed to be spaced apart from the FOD printed circuit board 1122 by a predetermined distance or more. For example, referring to FIG. 21 , a distance D1 between the pad part 1125 and the FOD printed circuit board 1122 may be spaced apart by 0.5 mm or more. However, it is not limited to this.

The electronic device 1100 of FIG. 22 may be referred to by the electronic device 1000 of FIGS. 17 to 18 . Redundant descriptions of the same or substantially the same components as those described above will be omitted.

Referring to FIG. 22 , according to an embodiment, a position where the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 is disposed and a position where the ultrasonic FOD 1124 is disposed may correspond to each other. For example, referring to FIG. 22 , an ultrasonic FOD 1124 may be disposed between the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 and the second display 1104 . When the position where the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 is placed and the position where the ultrasonic FOD 1124 is placed correspond to each other, the fingerprint detection area of the second display 1104 (eg, the fingerprint detection area 710 of FIG. 9A) and the fingerprint detection area of the first display 1103 are provided at positions corresponding to each other based on the position where the user holds the electronic device 1100, thereby improving usability of the electronic device 1100 by the user. For example, the electronic device 1100 may sense fingerprints at corresponding positions to provide a consistent UX to the user.

According to one embodiment, the ultrasonic FOD (1124) may be accommodated inside the space formed by the support structure (1123). The ultrasonic FOD 1124 is accommodated in the space formed by the support structure 1123, so that the utilization of the space where the fingerprint recognition modules 1110 and 1120 are placed inside the electronic device 1100 can be increased.

According to one embodiment, the ultrasonic FOD 1124 may have a thinner thickness than the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 . Therefore, when the ultrasonic FOD 1124 is disposed in the electronic device 1100, the electronic device 1100 is smaller than the case where the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 is disposed facing the first display 1103 and the second display 1104. ) of mounting space may be left. Accordingly, the electronic device 1100 may support the fingerprint recognition modules 1110 and 1120 while filling the mounting space of the electronic device 1100 by disposing the support structure 1123 in the remaining mounting space.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 1100 may further include at least one elastic member 1108 disposed between the support structure 1123 and the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 . The elastic member 1108 may include a sponge. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the elastic member 1108 may include various materials including elastic force such as rubber or silicone.

According to one embodiment, the second display 1104 may include a window member 1104a and a display panel 1104b. The electronic device 1100 may further include a support member 1107 disposed between the second display 1104 and the flexible printed circuit board 1121 . However, the configuration of the second display 1104 or the electronic device 1100 is not limited thereto. According to an embodiment, the second display 1104 or the electronic device 1100 may omit at least one of the above-described components or may further include at least one other component.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 1100 may include at least one lens unit 1130 disposed between the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 and the first display 1103 . Information about the lens unit 1130 may be referred to by the lens unit 910 of FIGS. 15 to 16A and 16B. Redundant descriptions of the same or substantially the same components as those described above will be omitted.

23 is a block diagram of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

The optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 according to an embodiment may be the same as or similar to the optical fingerprint recognition module 1010 of FIGS. 17 to 20 or the optical fingerprint recognition module 1110 of FIGS. 21 to 22, Redundant descriptions are omitted below. According to an embodiment, the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 may be the same as or similar to the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1020 of FIGS. 17 to 20 or the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 1120 of FIGS. 21 to 22, , overlapping descriptions are omitted below.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 2300 may be identical to or similar to the electronic device 60 of FIG. 9A , the electronic device 1000 of FIG. 20 , or the electronic device 1100 of FIG. 22 , and overlapping descriptions. is omitted below.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 2300 is at least electrically connected to at least one of the first display 2303, the second display 2304, the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301, or the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302. It may include one processor 2310. The at least one processor 2310 may be configured to identify the occurrence of an activation event of at least one of the first display 2303 or the second display 2304 . The processor 2310 electrically connected to the first display 2303 or the second display 2304 activates at least one of the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 in response to the occurrence of the event. You can control it. For example, the processor 2310 may control to activate or deactivate at least one of the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 .

According to an embodiment, the processor 2310 may perform an operation of determining whether the identified event is an activation event of the first display 2303 or an activation event of the second display 2304 .

When the identified event is determined to be an activation event of the first display 2303, the processor 2310 may perform an operation of controlling the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 so that the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 is activated. For another example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 2303, the processor 2310 activates the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and deactivates the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302. An operation of controlling the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 may be performed. According to an embodiment, the activation event of the first display 2303 may mean that it is detected that the housing of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A is in an unfolded state. As another example, the activation event of the first display 2303 is a state in which the user uses the first display 701 (eg, a flexible display) of a foldable electronic device, as shown in FIG. 9A . It can also mean that it is perceived as being.

When the identified event is determined to be an activation event of the second display 2304, the processor 2310 may perform an operation of controlling the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 to activate the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302. For another example, when the identified event is determined to be an activation event of the second display 2304, the processor 2310 activates the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 and deactivates the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301. An operation of controlling the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 and the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 may be performed. According to an embodiment, the activation event of the second display 2304 may mean that it is detected that the housing of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A is in a folded state. For another example, as shown in FIG. 9A , the activation event of the second display 2304 is a state in which the user uses the second display 703 (eg, a sub display) of a foldable electronic device. It can also mean that it is perceived as being.

According to an embodiment, the processor 2310 may perform an operation of determining whether the identified event is an activation event of the first display 2303 and the second display 2304 .

When the identified event is determined to be an activation event of the first display 2303 and the second display 2304, the processor 2310 activates at least one of the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302. An operation to control the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 may be performed. For example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 2303 and the second display 2304, the processor 2310 activates the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301, and activates the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module. An operation of controlling the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 may be performed so that 2302 is deactivated. For another example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 2303 and the second display 2304, the processor 2310 activates the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 and performs optical fingerprint recognition. An operation of controlling the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 and the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 may be performed so that the module 2301 is deactivated. For another example, when it is determined that the identified event is an activation event of the first display 2303 and the second display 2304, the processor 2310 includes an optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module ( 2302) may perform an operation of controlling the optical fingerprint recognition module 2301 and the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module 2302 so that they are simultaneously activated. According to an embodiment, the activation event of the first display 2303 and the second display 2304 is the first housing 601 and the second housing of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A. 602 may mean that it is sensed that the first housing 601 and the second housing 602 are folded at a predetermined angle so as to form a predetermined angle. For another example, the activation event of the first display 2303 and the second display 204 is the first display 701, 702 of the foldable electronic device 60 shown in FIG. 9A (eg: Flexible display) and the second display 703 (eg, sub display) may be sensed as being simultaneously used.

24 is a block diagram of an electronic device 2401 within a network environment 2400, according to various embodiments.

Referring to FIG. 24 , in a network environment 2400, an electronic device 2401 communicates with an electronic device 2402 through a first network 2498 (eg, a short-range wireless communication network) or through a second network 2499. It is possible to communicate with the electronic device 2404 or the server 2408 through (eg, a long-distance wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, the electronic device 2401 may communicate with the electronic device 2404 through the server 2408. According to an embodiment, the electronic device 2401 includes a processor 2420, a memory 2430, an input device 2450, an audio output device 2455, a display device 2460, an audio module 2470, a sensor module ( 2476), interface 2477, haptic module 2479, camera module 2480, power management module 2488, battery 2489, communication module 2490, subscriber identification module 2496, or antenna module 2497 ) may be included. In some embodiments, in the electronic device 2401, at least one of these components (eg, the display device 2460 or the camera module 2480) may be omitted or one or more other components may be added. In some embodiments, some of these components may be implemented as a single integrated circuit. For example, the sensor module 2476 (eg, a fingerprint sensor, an iris sensor, or an illumination sensor) may be implemented while being embedded in the display device 2460 (eg, a display).

The processor 2420, for example, executes software (eg, the program 2440) to cause at least one other component (eg, hardware or software component) of the electronic device 2401 connected to the processor 2420. It can control and perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least part of data processing or operation, processor 2420 may send instructions or data received from other components (e.g., sensor module 2476 or communication module 2490) to volatile memory 2432. , process commands or data stored in the volatile memory 2432, and store the resulting data in the non-volatile memory 2434. According to one embodiment, the processor 2420 includes a main processor 2421 (eg, a central processing unit or an application processor), and a secondary processor 2423 (eg, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor) that may operate independently of or in conjunction therewith. , sensor hub processor, or communication processor). Additionally or alternatively, the secondary processor 2423 may use less power than the main processor 2421 or may be configured to be specialized for a designated function. The auxiliary processor 2423 may be implemented separately from or as part of the main processor 2421 .

The secondary processor 2423 may, for example, take the place of the main processor 2421 while the main processor 2421 is inactive (eg, sleep), or when the main processor 2421 is active (eg, running an application). ) state, together with the main processor 2421, at least one of the components of the electronic device 2401 (eg, the display device 2460, the sensor module 2476, or the communication module 2490) It is possible to control at least some of the related functions or states. According to one embodiment, the coprocessor 2423 (eg, image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of other functionally related components (eg, camera module 2480 or communication module 2490). there is.

The memory 2430 may store various data used by at least one component (eg, the processor 2420 or the sensor module 2476) of the electronic device 2401. The data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (eg, the program 2440) and commands related thereto. The memory 2430 may include a volatile memory 2432 or a non-volatile memory 2434 .

The program 2440 may be stored as software in the memory 2430, and may include, for example, an operating system 2442, middleware 2444, or an application 2446.

The input device 2450 may receive a command or data to be used by a component (eg, the processor 2420) of the electronic device 2401 from an outside of the electronic device 2401 (eg, a user). The input device 2450 may include, for example, a microphone, mouse, keyboard, or digital pen (eg, a stylus pen).

The sound output device 2455 may output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 2401 . The audio output device 2455 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback, and the receiver can be used to receive an incoming call. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of it.

The display device 2460 can visually provide information to the outside of the electronic device 2401 (eg, a user). The display device 2460 may include, for example, a display, a hologram device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to an embodiment, the display device 2460 may include a touch circuitry set to detect a touch or a sensor circuit (eg, a pressure sensor) set to measure the intensity of force generated by the touch. there is.

The audio module 2470 may convert sound into an electrical signal or vice versa. According to an embodiment, the audio module 2470 acquires sound through the input device 2450, the audio output device 2455, or an external electronic device connected directly or wirelessly to the electronic device 2401 (eg: Sound may be output through the electronic device 2402 (eg, a speaker or a headphone).

The sensor module 2476 detects an operating state (eg, power or temperature) of the electronic device 2401 or an external environmental state (eg, a user state), and generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. can do. According to one embodiment, the sensor module 2476 may include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, It may include a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or light sensor.

The interface 2477 may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device 2401 to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 2402). According to one embodiment, the interface 2477 may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

The connection terminal 2478 may include a connector through which the electronic device 2401 may be physically connected to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 2402). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal 2478 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (eg, a headphone connector).

The haptic module 2479 may convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (eg, vibration or motion) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module 2479 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

The camera module 2480 may capture still images and moving images. According to one embodiment, the camera module 2480 may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

The power management module 2488 may manage power supplied to the electronic device 2401 . According to one embodiment, the power management module 388 may be implemented as at least part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC), for example.

The battery 2489 may supply power to at least one component of the electronic device 2401 . According to one embodiment, the battery 2489 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary cell, a rechargeable secondary cell, or a fuel cell.

The communication module 2490 is a direct (eg, wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device 2401 and an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 2402, the electronic device 2404, or the server 2408). Establishment and communication through the established communication channel may be supported. The communication module 2490 may include one or more communication processors that operate independently of the processor 2420 (eg, an application processor) and support direct (eg, wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module 2490 may be a wireless communication module 2492 (eg, a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module 2494 (eg, a cellular communication module). : a local area network (LAN) communication module or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module is a first network 2498 (eg, a short-distance communication network such as Bluetooth, WiFi direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network 2499 (eg, a cellular network, the Internet, or It may communicate with an external electronic device via a computer network (eg, a telecommunications network such as a LAN or WAN). These various types of communication modules may be integrated into one component (eg, a single chip) or implemented as a plurality of separate components (eg, multiple chips). The wireless communication module 2492 uses subscriber information (eg, International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module 2496 within a communication network such as the first network 2498 or the second network 2499. The electronic device 2401 may be identified and authenticated.

The antenna module 2497 may transmit or receive signals or power to the outside (eg, an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module may include one antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (eg, PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 2497 may include a plurality of antennas. In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network such as the first network 2498 or the second network 2499 is selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module 2490. can be chosen A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module 2490 and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, other components (eg, RFIC) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module 2497 in addition to the radiator.

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

According to an embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device 2401 and the external electronic device 2404 through the server 2408 connected to the second network 2499 . Each of the electronic devices 2402 and 2404 may be the same as or different from the electronic device 2401 . According to an embodiment, all or part of operations executed in the electronic device 2401 may be executed in one or more external devices among the external electronic devices 2402, 2404, or 2408. For example, when the electronic device 2401 needs to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or other device, the electronic device 2401 instead of executing the function or service by itself. Alternatively or additionally, one or more external electronic devices may be requested to perform the function or at least part of the service. One or more external electronic devices receiving the request may execute at least a part of the requested function or service or an additional function or service related to the request, and deliver the execution result to the electronic device 2401 . The electronic device 2401 may provide the result as at least part of a response to the request as it is or additionally processed. To this end, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, or client-server computing technology may be used.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be devices of various types. The electronic device may include, for example, a portable communication device (eg, a smart phone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a home appliance. An electronic device according to an embodiment of the present document is not limited to the aforementioned devices.

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

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

Various embodiments of this document provide one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (eg, internal memory 2436 or external memory 2438) readable by a machine (eg, electronic device 2401). It may be implemented as software (eg, the program 2440) including them. For example, a processor (eg, the processor 2420) of a device (eg, the electronic device 2401) may call at least one command among one or more instructions stored from a storage medium and execute it. This enables the device to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one command invoked. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The device-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-temporary' only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and this term refers to the case where data is stored semi-permanently in the storage medium. It does not discriminate when it is temporarily stored.

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

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

As described above, an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 40 of FIG. 4 ) according to an embodiment includes a hinge structure, a first housing connected to the hinge structure, and the hinge structure rotatable with respect to the first housing. A second housing connected to the first housing through a first display having a first portion accommodated in the first housing and a second portion accommodated in the second housing; a surface opposite to the first portion of the first display a second display accommodated in the first housing and a fingerprint recognition module disposed between the first display and the second display, wherein the fingerprint recognition module is a first surface and a surface opposite to the first surface; A flexible circuit board including a second surface, a first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first surface, and a second fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first surface, wherein the flexible circuit board includes a first fingerprint recognition sensor and a second fingerprint recognition sensor. An area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor are disposed may be disposed in a folded state so that the second fingerprint recognition sensor faces in different directions.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module may include at least one housing forming a space accommodating at least a part of at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module may further include at least one support member disposed between an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed.

According to an embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board includes a middle part connected to the first surface and at least a part of which is located outside the fingerprint recognition module, and the middle part is connected to the direction in which the first fingerprint recognition sensor faces and the second part. The intermediate portion and the region where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed may be disposed in a folded state at least once so as to face a direction different from the direction in which the second fingerprint recognition sensor faces.

According to an embodiment, the middle portion is disposed to extend to the outside of the fingerprint recognition module through a side surface between a surface of the fingerprint recognition module where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is located and a surface where the second fingerprint recognition sensor is located. The flexible printed circuit board is folded at least once between the middle portion and the area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed so that the middle portion faces a side surface of at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor. state can be placed.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module may further include at least one support member disposed between the intermediate portion and an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device includes a lens unit disposed between at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor and the first display, and the lens unit includes the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the first fingerprint recognition sensor. It may include a pattern part disposed to face and a support part formed to surround the pattern part.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device includes at least one processor electrically connected to at least one of the first display, the second display, and the fingerprint recognition module, and the at least one processor comprises the first identifying the occurrence of an activation event of at least one of the display and the second display, and controlling the activation of the first fingerprint recognition sensor in response to the occurrence of the activation event of the first display, and controlling the activation event of the second display In response to the generation of , control may be performed to activate the second fingerprint recognition sensor.

According to an embodiment, the first fingerprint recognition sensor may be disposed in a direction toward the first display, and the second fingerprint recognition sensor may be disposed in a direction toward the second display.

As described above, a fingerprint recognition module (eg, the fingerprint recognition module 410 of FIG. 4 ) according to an embodiment includes a flexible circuit board including a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, and the first surface. A first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on one surface and a second fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first surface, wherein the flexible printed circuit board has the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor facing in different directions. An area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor are disposed may be disposed in a folded state so as to

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module may include at least one housing forming a space accommodating at least a part of at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module may further include at least one support member disposed between an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed.

According to an embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board includes a middle part connected to the first surface and at least a part of which is located outside the fingerprint recognition module, and the middle part is connected to the direction in which the first fingerprint recognition sensor faces and the second part. The intermediate portion and the region where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed may be disposed in a folded state at least once so as to face a direction different from the direction in which the second fingerprint recognition sensor faces.

According to an embodiment, the middle portion is disposed to extend to the outside of the fingerprint recognition module through a side surface between a surface of the fingerprint recognition module where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is located and a surface where the second fingerprint recognition sensor is located. The flexible printed circuit board is folded at least once between the middle portion and the area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed so that the middle portion faces a side surface of at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor. state can be placed.

According to an embodiment, the fingerprint recognition module may further include at least one support member disposed between the intermediate portion and an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed.

As described above, an electronic device (eg, the electronic device 1000 of FIG. 17) according to an embodiment includes a hinge structure, a first housing connected to the hinge structure, and the hinge structure rotatable with respect to the first housing. A second housing connected to the first housing through a first display having a first portion accommodated in the first housing and a second portion accommodated in the second housing; a surface opposite to the first portion of the first display A second display accommodated in the first housing to be disposed thereon, an ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module disposed on a rear surface of the second display, and an optical fingerprint disposed to face the first display between the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and the first display. and a recognition module, and at least one support structure disposed between the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and the optical fingerprint recognition module.

According to an embodiment, the optical fingerprint module includes a fingerprint recognition sensor disposed to face the first display, and the electronic device includes a lens unit disposed between the fingerprint recognition sensor and the first display. The lens unit may include a pattern unit disposed to face the fingerprint recognition sensor and a support unit formed to surround the pattern unit.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device includes at least one processor electrically connected to at least one of the first display, the second display, the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module, and the optical fingerprint recognition module, and wherein the at least one One processor identifies the occurrence of an activation event of at least one of the first display or the second display, controls to activate the optical fingerprint recognition module in response to the occurrence of an activation event of the first display, and In response to the occurrence of an activation event of the second display, control may be performed to activate the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module.

According to one embodiment, the support structure may include a housing forming a space accommodating at least a portion of the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device may further include at least one elastic member disposed between the support structure and the optical fingerprint recognition module.

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In electronic devices, hinge structure; a first housing connected to the hinge structure; a second housing connected to the first housing through the hinge structure so as to be rotatable with respect to the first housing; a first display having a first portion accommodated in the first housing and a second portion accommodated in the second housing; a second display accommodated in the first housing to be disposed on a surface opposite to the first portion of the first display; and A fingerprint recognition module disposed between the first display and the second display; The fingerprint recognition module, a flexible printed circuit board including a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface; a first fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first surface; and A second fingerprint recognition sensor disposed on the first surface; The flexible printed circuit board is in a folded state between an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed so that the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor face different directions. placed, electronic device. The method of claim 1, The fingerprint recognition module, At least one housing forming a space accommodating at least a portion of at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor or the second fingerprint recognition sensor, electronic device. The method of claim 1, The fingerprint recognition module, Further comprising at least one support member disposed between an area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed and an area where the second fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed, electronic device. The method of claim 1, The flexible circuit board, a middle portion connected to the first surface and at least a portion of which is located outside the fingerprint recognition module; An area between the middle portion and the area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed is folded at least once so that the middle portion faces a direction different from the direction in which the first fingerprint recognition sensor is directed and the direction in which the second fingerprint recognition sensor is directed. done, electronic device. The method of claim 4, the middle part, It is arranged to extend to the outside of the fingerprint recognition module through a side surface between a surface of the fingerprint recognition module where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is located and a surface where the second fingerprint recognition sensor is located, The flexible circuit board, The intermediate portion and the area where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed are disposed in a folded state at least once so that the middle portion faces the side of at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor, electronic device. The method of claim 4, The fingerprint recognition module, Further comprising at least one support member disposed between the intermediate portion and the region where the first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed, electronic device. The method of claim 1, A lens unit disposed between at least one of the first fingerprint recognition sensor and the second fingerprint recognition sensor and the first display; The lens part, a pattern unit disposed to face the first fingerprint recognition sensor; and Including a support portion formed to surround the pattern portion, electronic device. The method of claim 1, At least one processor electrically connected to at least one of the first display, the second display, or the fingerprint recognition module; the at least one processor; identify the occurrence of an activation event of at least one of the first display or the second display; In response to the occurrence of an activation event of the first display, control to activate the first fingerprint recognition sensor; In response to the occurrence of an activation event of the second display, controlling to activate the second fingerprint recognition sensor, electronic device. The method of claim 1, The first fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed in a direction toward the first display, The second fingerprint recognition sensor is disposed in a direction toward the second display, electronic device. The method according to claim 1, Ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module disposed on the rear surface of the second display; an optical fingerprint recognition module disposed facing the first display between the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and the first display; and Further comprising at least one support structure disposed between the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module and the optical fingerprint recognition module. electronic device. The method of claim 10, The optical fingerprint recognition module includes a fingerprint recognition sensor disposed facing the first display; A lens unit disposed between the fingerprint recognition sensor and the first display; The lens part, a pattern unit disposed to face the fingerprint recognition sensor; and Including a support portion formed to surround the pattern portion, electronic device. The method of claim 10, At least one processor electrically connected to at least one of the first display, the second display, the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module, or the optical fingerprint recognition module; the at least one processor; identify the occurrence of an activation event of at least one of the first display or the second display; In response to the occurrence of an activation event of the first display, control to activate the optical fingerprint recognition module; In response to the occurrence of an activation event of the second display, controlling to activate the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module, electronic device. The method of claim 10, The support structure is Including a housing forming a space for accommodating at least a part of the ultrasonic fingerprint recognition module, electronic device. The method of claim 10, Further comprising at least one elastic member disposed between the support structure and the optical fingerprint recognition module. electronic device.

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