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- the present disclosure relates to a display module and an electronic device including the same, for example, a display module including a color conversion material excited by light emitted from a light emitting device and emitting light of a predetermined color, including the same It is about an electronic device that does.
- An electronic device eg, a display device
- a display module adopts a structure capable of lighting by bonding on a substrate called a back plane on which a driving circuit is formed.
- a display device e.g., a display device
- the color conversion layer may refer to elements constituting pixels or sub-pixels of the display device, and emits light converted into one of red, green, and blue by incident light emitted from a light source of the display device.
- a display device displays a color image through pixels including a color conversion layer.
- a display device using a micro LED which is an inorganic light emitting device capable of preventing and/or reducing a burn-in phenomenon compared to an organic light emitting device.
- a wavelength shift phenomenon occurs according to power consumption and current, and image quality may deteriorate due to a temperature change of the micro LED.
- Embodiments of the present disclosure may provide a display module in which a color conversion layer is applied based on an inorganic light emitting device and an encapsulation structure is formed for each sub-pixel, and an electronic device including the same.
- a display module includes a plurality of light sources including a substrate, a plurality of light emitting elements mounted on the substrate, and a color conversion layer and a color filter layer stacked on each of the plurality of light emitting elements.
- Each of the display panel and the plurality of light sources may be provided with an encapsulation structure, and a size of the color conversion layer may be smaller than a size of the light emitting device.
- an electronic device may include a substrate; a plurality of light sources including a plurality of light emitting elements mounted on the substrate and a color conversion layer and a color filter layer stacked on each of the plurality of light emitting elements and individually providing an encapsulation structure; a reflective layer formed to surround a side surface of the light source and reflect light emitted from the side surface of the light source; a black matrix disposed on the reflective layer in a lattice form and surrounding the light source; and a driving circuit disposed on the substrate to generate driving signals for the plurality of light emitting devices.
- the encapsulation structure may include a first inorganic layer covering the top, side and bottom surfaces of the color conversion layer.
- a color conversion material eg, quantum dots, color filter
- a light emitting element eg, micro LED
- a display Power consumption and image quality characteristics of the module may be improved.
- FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating an example of an electronic device in a network environment according to various embodiments.
- FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating the structure of an example of a display module of an electronic device according to various embodiments.
- FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an example display panel according to various embodiments.
- FIG. 4 is an enlarged view of a portion IV shown in FIG. 3 and is a diagram illustrating an exemplary pixel structure of a display panel according to various embodiments.
- 5A is a diagram illustrating an example arrangement different from the arrangement of subpixels shown in FIG. 4 according to various embodiments.
- 5B is a diagram illustrating an example arrangement different from the arrangement of subpixels shown in FIG. 4 according to various embodiments.
- FIG. 5C is a diagram illustrating an example arrangement different from the arrangement of subpixels shown in FIG. 4 according to various embodiments.
- FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary sub-pixel structure of a display panel according to various embodiments.
- FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating an example process of manufacturing a display panel according to various embodiments.
- 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8e, 8f, 8g, 8h, 8i, 8j, 8k, and 8l are diagrams illustrating an example process of manufacturing a display panel according to various embodiments.
- Embodiments of the present disclosure may apply various transformations and may have various embodiments, and specific embodiments are illustrated in the drawings and described in more detail in the detailed description. However, this is not intended to limit the scope to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include all transformations, equivalents, and substitutes included in the spirit and scope of technology disclosed. In describing the embodiments, if it is determined that a detailed description of a related known technology may obscure the subject matter, the detailed description will be omitted.
- first, second, and third may be used to describe various components, but the components should not be limited by the terms. The terms may only be used for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another. For example, a first element may be termed a second element, and similarly, a second element may be termed a first element, without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.
- a “module” or “unit” performs at least one function or operation, and may be implemented in hardware or software or a combination of hardware and software.
- a plurality of “modules” or a plurality of “units” may be integrated into at least one module and implemented by at least one processor, except for “modules” or “units” that need to be implemented with specific hardware.
- FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating an example of an electronic device in a network environment according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device 101 within a network environment 100 according to various embodiments.
- machines according to various embodiments of the present disclosure are collectively referred to as 'electronic devices', but devices of various embodiments include electronic devices, wireless communication devices, display devices, or portable communication devices. can be
- an electronic device 101 communicates with an electronic device 102 through a first network 198 (eg, a short-range wireless communication network) or through a second network 199. It may communicate with at least one of the electronic device 104 or the server 108 through (eg, a long-distance wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 through the server 108 .
- a first network 198 eg, a short-range wireless communication network
- a second network 199 e.g., a second network 199. It may communicate with at least one of the electronic device 104 or the server 108 through (eg, a long-distance wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 through the server 108 .
- the electronic device 101 includes a processor 120, a memory 130, an input module 150, an audio output module 155, a display module 160, an audio module 170, a sensor module ( 176), interface 177, connection terminal 178, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, subscriber identification module 196 , or the antenna module 197 may be included.
- at least one of these components eg, the connection terminal 178) may be omitted or one or more other components may be added.
- some of these components are integrated into one component (eg, display module 160). It can be.
- the electronic device 101 may display various images.
- An image is a concept including still images and moving images, and the electronic device 101 may display various images such as broadcast content and multimedia content.
- the electronic device 101 may display a user interface (UI) and icons.
- the display module 160 may include a display driver IC 230 (see FIG. 2) and display an image based on an image signal received from the processor 120 (see FIG. 1).
- the display driver IC 230 displays an image by generating a driving signal for a plurality of subpixels based on an image signal received from the processor 120 and controlling light emission of the plurality of subpixels based on the driving signal. can do.
- the processor 120 may include various processing circuits and may control overall operations of the electronic device 101 .
- Processor 120 may include one or a plurality of processors.
- the processor 120 may perform the operation of the electronic device 101 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure by executing at least one instruction stored in a memory.
- the processor 120 is not limited to, for example, a digital signal processor (DSP) for processing a digital image signal, a microprocessor, a graphics processing unit (GPU), an AI ( It can be implemented as an artificial intelligence (NPU) processor, a neural processing unit (NPU), and a time controller (TCON). However, it is not limited thereto, and includes a central processing unit (CPU), a dedicated processor, a micro controller unit (MCU), a micro processing unit (MPU), a controller, and an application processor (AP). ), or one or more of a communication processor (CP) and an ARM processor, or may be defined in the term.
- DSP digital signal processor
- GPU graphics processing unit
- AI It can be implemented as an artificial intelligence (NPU) processor, a neural processing unit (NPU), and a time controller (TCON).
- CPU central processing unit
- MCU micro controller unit
- MPU micro processing unit
- AP application processor
- CP communication processor
- ARM ARM processor
- processor 120 may be implemented in the form of a system on chip (SoC) or large scale integration (LSI) in which a processing algorithm is embedded, or may be implemented in the form of an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or a field programmable gate array (FPGA).
- SoC system on chip
- LSI large scale integration
- ASIC application specific integrated circuit
- FPGA field programmable gate array
- the processor 120 may control hardware or software components connected to the processor 120 by driving an operating system or an application program, and may perform various data processing and operations. Also, the processor 120 may load and process commands or data received from at least one of the other components into a volatile memory, and store various data in a non-volatile memory.
- the processor 120 executes software (eg, the program 140) to at least one other component (eg, hardware or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120. can be controlled, and various data processing or calculations can be performed. According to one embodiment, as at least part of data processing or operation, the processor 120 transfers commands or data received from other components (eg, sensor module 176 or communication module 190) to volatile memory 132. , processing commands or data stored in the volatile memory 132 , and storing resultant data in the non-volatile memory 134 .
- software eg, the program 140
- the processor 120 transfers commands or data received from other components (eg, sensor module 176 or communication module 190) to volatile memory 132. , processing commands or data stored in the volatile memory 132 , and storing resultant data in the non-volatile memory 134 .
- the processor 120 may include a main processor 121 (eg, a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor 123 (eg, a graphic processing unit, a neural network processing unit ( NPU: neural processing unit (NPU), image signal processor, sensor hub processor, or communication processor).
- a main processor 121 eg, a central processing unit or an application processor
- a secondary processor 123 eg, a graphic processing unit, a neural network processing unit ( NPU: neural processing unit (NPU), image signal processor, sensor hub processor, or communication processor.
- NPU neural network processing unit
- the secondary processor 123 may be implemented separately from or as part of the main processor 121 .
- the auxiliary processor 123 may take the place of the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an inactive (eg, sleep) state, or the main processor 121 may be active (eg, an application execution) together with the main processor 121, at least one of the components of the electronic device 101 (eg, the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190) ) It is possible to control at least some of the related functions or states.
- the auxiliary processor 123 eg, an image signal processor or a communication processor
- may be implemented as part of other functionally related components eg, the camera module 180 or the communication module 190). have.
- the auxiliary processor 123 may include a hardware structure specialized for processing an artificial intelligence model.
- AI models can be created through machine learning. Such learning may be performed, for example, in the electronic device 101 itself where the artificial intelligence model is performed, or may be performed through a separate server (eg, the server 108).
- the learning algorithm may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning or reinforcement learning, but the foregoing example not limited to
- the artificial intelligence model may include a plurality of artificial neural network layers.
- Artificial neural networks include deep neural networks (DNNs), convolutional neural networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), restricted boltzmann machines (RBMs), deep belief networks (DBNs), bidirectional recurrent deep neural networks (BRDNNs), It may be one of deep Q-networks or a combination of two or more of the foregoing, but is not limited to the foregoing examples.
- the artificial intelligence model may include, in addition or alternatively, software structures in addition to hardware structures.
- the memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component (eg, the processor 120 or the sensor module 176) of the electronic device 101 .
- the data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (eg, program 140) and commands related thereto.
- the memory 330 may include volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134 .
- the processor 120 may be stored as software in the memory 130, and may include, for example, an operating system 142, middleware 144, or an application 146.
- the input module 150 may receive a command or data to be used for a component (eg, the processor 120) of the electronic device 101 from the outside of the electronic device 101 (eg, a user). have.
- the input module 150 may include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (eg, a button), or a digital pen (eg, a stylus pen).
- the sound output module 155 may output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101 .
- the sound output module 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver.
- the speaker can be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback.
- a receiver may 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 module 160 may visually provide information to the outside of the electronic device 101 (eg, a user).
- the display module 160 may include, for example, a display, a hologram device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device.
- the display module 160 may include a touch sensor 251 set to detect a touch and may include a pressure sensor set to measure the strength of a force generated by a touch. And, the specific structure of the display module 160 will be described in detail with reference to FIG. 2 .
- the audio module 170 may convert sound into an electrical signal or vice versa. According to an embodiment, the audio module 170 acquires sound through the input module 150, the sound output module 155, or an external electronic device connected directly or wirelessly to the electronic device 101 (eg: Sound may be output through the electronic device 102 (eg, a speaker or a headphone).
- the sensor module 176 detects an operating state (eg, power or temperature) or an external environmental state (eg, a user state) of the electronic device 101, and the electricity corresponding to the detected state. It can generate signals or data values.
- the sensor module 176 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 bio sensor, It may include a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or light sensor.
- the interface 177 may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device 101 to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102).
- the interface 177 may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.
- HDMI high definition multimedia interface
- USB universal serial bus
- SD card interface Secure Digital Card interface
- audio interface audio interface
- connection terminal 178 may include a connector through which the electronic device 101 may be physically connected to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102).
- the connection terminal 178 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 179 may convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (eg, vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses.
- the haptic module 179 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.
- the camera module 180 may capture still images and moving images.
- the camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.
- the power management module 188 may manage power supplied to the electronic device 101 .
- the power management module 188 may be implemented as at least part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC), for example.
- PMIC power management integrated circuit
- the battery 189 may supply power to at least one component of the electronic device 101 .
- the battery 189 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.
- the communication module 190 provides direct (eg, wired) communication between the electronic device 101 and an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102, the electronic device 104, or the server 108). Establishment of a channel or wireless communication channel, and communication through the established communication channel may be supported.
- the communication module 190 may include one or more communication processors that operate independently of the processor 120 (eg, an application processor) and support direct (eg, wired) communication or wireless communication.
- the communication module 190 is a wireless communication module 192 (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 194 (eg, : a local area network (LAN) communication module or a power line communication module).
- a corresponding communication module is a first network 198 (eg, a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network 199 (eg, a legacy communication module).
- the wireless communication module 192 uses subscriber information (eg, International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module 196 within a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199.
- IMSI International Mobile Subscriber Identifier
- the wireless communication module 192 may support a 5G network after a 4G network and a next-generation communication technology, for example, NR access technology (new radio access technology).
- NR access technologies include high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB)), minimization of terminal power and access of multiple terminals (massive machine type communications (mMTC)), or high reliability and low latency (ultra-reliable and low latency (URLLC)).
- eMBB enhanced mobile broadband
- mMTC massive machine type communications
- URLLC ultra-reliable and low latency
- -latency communications can be supported.
- the wireless communication module 192 may support a high frequency band (eg, mmWave band) to achieve a high data rate, for example.
- the wireless communication module 192 uses various technologies for securing performance in a high frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), and full-dimensional multiplexing. Technologies such as input/output (FD-MIMO: full dimensional MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna may be supported.
- the wireless communication module 192 may support various requirements defined for the electronic device 101, an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 104), or a network system (eg, the second network 199).
- the wireless communication module 192 is a peak data rate for eMBB realization (eg, 20 Gbps or more), a loss coverage for mMTC realization (eg, 164 dB or less), or a U-plane latency for URLLC realization (eg, Example: downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each of 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) may be supported.
- eMBB peak data rate for eMBB realization
- a loss coverage for mMTC realization eg, 164 dB or less
- U-plane latency for URLLC realization eg, Example: downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each of 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less
- the antenna module 197 may transmit or receive signals or power to the outside (eg, an external electronic device).
- the antenna module 197 may include a plurality of antennas (eg, an array antenna), and a communication method used in a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199 At least one antenna suitable for may be selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module 190 .
- the antenna module 197 may include a plurality of antennas (eg, an array antenna), and according to another embodiment, the antenna module 197 is formed on a sub-straight (eg, PCB).
- An antenna including a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern may be included.
- the antenna module 197 may form a mmWave antenna module.
- the mmWave antenna module includes a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (eg, a lower surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (eg, mmWave band); and a plurality of antennas (eg, array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to a second surface (eg, a top surface or a side surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals of the designated high frequency band.
- a specific structure of the antenna module 197 will be described in more detail with reference to FIG. 3 or later.
- a signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and an external electronic device through at least one antenna.
- other components eg, a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)
- RFIC radio frequency integrated circuit
- peripheral devices eg, a bus, general purpose input and output (GPIO), serial peripheral interface (SPI), or mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)
- signal e.g. commands or data
- Commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 through the server 108 connected to the second network 199 .
- Each of the external electronic devices 102 or 104 may be the same as or different from the electronic device 101 .
- all or part of operations executed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more external electronic devices among the external electronic devices 102 , 104 , or 108 .
- the electronic device 101 when the electronic device 101 needs to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 101 instead of executing the function or service by itself.
- 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 101 .
- the electronic device 101 may provide the result as at least part of a response to the request as it is or additionally processed.
- cloud computing distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used.
- the electronic device 101 may provide an ultra-low latency service using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing.
- the external electronic device 104 may include an internet of things (IoT) device.
- Server 108 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and/or neural networks.
- the external electronic device 104 or server 108 may be included in the second network 199 .
- the electronic device 101 may be applied to intelligent services (eg, smart home, smart city, smart car, or health care) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.
- FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a display module of an electronic device according to various embodiments.
- the display module 160 may include a display panel 210 and a display driver IC (DDI) 230 for controlling the display panel 210 .
- DCI display driver IC
- the display driver IC 230 may include an interface module 231 , a memory 233 (eg, a buffer memory), an image processing module 235 , and/or a mapping module 237 . Each of the various modules may include various processing circuitry and/or executable program instructions to perform various functions, listed as non-limiting examples below.
- the display driver IC 230 transmits image information including, for example, image data or an image control signal corresponding to a command for controlling the image data to the other side of the electronic device 101 through the interface module 231. can be received from the component.
- the image information is processed by the processor 120 (eg, the main processor 121 (eg, an application processor) or the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, an auxiliary processor 123 that operates independently of the function of the main processor 121).
- the processor 120 eg, the main processor 121 (eg, an application processor) or the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, an auxiliary processor 123 that operates independently of the function of the main processor 121).
- the main processor 121 eg, an application processor
- the auxiliary processor 123 eg, an auxiliary processor 123 that operates independently of the function of the main processor 121).
- the display driver IC 230 may communicate with the touch circuit 250 or the sensor module 176 through the interface module 231 . Also, the display driver IC 230 may store at least some of the received image information in the memory 233, for example, in units of frames.
- the image processing module 235 may pre-process or post-process (eg, adjust resolution, brightness, or size) at least a portion of the image data based on at least the characteristics of the image data or the characteristics of the display panel 210 . ) can be performed.
- the mapping module 237 may generate a voltage value or a current value corresponding to the image data pre-processed or post-processed through the image processing module 235 .
- the generation of the voltage value or the current value depends, for example, on the properties of the pixels of the display panel 210 (eg, the arrangement of pixels (RGB stripe or pentile structure) or the size of each sub-pixel). It can be performed based at least in part. At least some pixels of the display panel 210 are driven at least partially based on the voltage value or current value, so that visual information (eg, text, image, or icon) corresponding to the image data is displayed on the display panel ( 210) can be displayed.
- visual information eg, text, image, or icon
- the display driver IC 230 may transmit a driving signal (eg, a driver driving signal, a gate driving signal, etc.) to a display based on image information received from the processor 120 .
- the display driver IC 230 may display various types of information (eg, current time, message reception status, etc.) by operating the processor 120 by itself in the sleep mode.
- the display module 160 may further include a touch circuit 250 .
- the touch circuit 250 may include a touch sensor 251 and a touch sensor IC 253 for controlling the touch sensor 251 .
- the touch sensor IC 253 may control the touch sensor 251 to detect, for example, a touch input or a hovering input to a designated location of the display panel 210 .
- the touch sensor IC 253 may detect a touch input or a hovering input by measuring a change in a signal (eg, voltage, light amount, resistance, or charge amount) for a designated position of the display panel 210 .
- the touch sensor IC 253 may provide information (eg, location, area, pressure, or time) on the sensed touch input or hovering input to the processor 120 .
- At least a part of the touch circuit 250 is a part of the display driver IC 230, the display panel 210, or the outside of the display module 160. It may be included as part of other deployed components (eg, coprocessor 123).
- the display module 160 may further include at least one sensor (eg, a fingerprint sensor, an iris sensor, a pressure sensor, or an illumination sensor) of the sensor module 176 or a control circuit for the sensor module 176 .
- the at least one sensor or a control circuit thereof may be embedded in a part of the display module 160 (eg, the display panel 210 or the display driver IC 230) or a part of the touch circuit 250.
- the sensor module 176 embedded in the display module 160 includes a biometric sensor (eg, a fingerprint sensor)
- the biometric sensor is related to a touch input through a partial area of the display panel 210.
- Information eg, fingerprint image
- the pressure sensor obtains pressure information associated with a touch input through a part or the entire area of the display panel 210. can do.
- the touch sensor 251 or the sensor module 176 may be disposed between pixels of a pixel layer of the display panel 210 or above or below the pixel layer.
- a processor may transfer various pieces of information from the processor 120 to each module and then switch to an inactive state.
- the processor 120 may be in an inactive state in an always on display (AOD) mode.
- the processor 120 maintains an inactive state in the AOD mode, and is activated when image information and/or control information is transmitted to the display driver IC 230, the touch sensor IC 253, and the pressure sensor IC (not shown). After passing it, it can be switched back to the inactive state.
- AOD always on display
- the display driver IC 230 may transmit a driving signal (eg, a driver driving signal, a gate driving signal, etc.) to a display based on image information received from the processor 120 .
- the display driver IC 230 may display various types of information (eg, current time, message reception status, etc.) by operating the processor 120 by itself in the sleep mode.
- Electronic devices may be devices of various types. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (eg, smart phones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, home appliances, and the like. An electronic device according to an embodiment of the present document is not limited to the aforementioned devices.
- first, second, or first or secondary may simply be used to distinguish that component from other corresponding components, and may refer to that component in other respects (eg, importance or order) is not limited.
- a (eg, first) component is said to be “coupled” or “connected” to another (eg, second) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicatively.” Where mentioned, it may indicate that the certain component may be connected to the other component directly (eg by wire), wirelessly, or through a third component.
- module used in various embodiments of this document may include hardware, software, or firmware, or a unit implemented in any combination thereof, for example, a logic, logical block, component, or circuit
- a module may be an integrally constructed component or a minimal unit of components or a portion thereof that performs one or more functions.
- the module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).
- ASIC application-specific integrated circuit
- a storage medium eg, internal memory 136 or external memory 138
- a machine eg, electronic device 101
- a processor eg, the processor 120
- a device eg, the electronic device 101
- 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.
- the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain a signal (e.g. electromagnetic wave), 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.
- a signal e.g. electromagnetic wave
- 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 (e.g. compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)), or through an application store (e.g. Play StoreTM) or on two user devices (e.g. It can be distributed (eg downloaded or uploaded) online, directly between smart phones.
- a device-readable storage medium e.g. compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)
- an application store e.g. Play StoreTM
- two user devices e.g. It can be distributed (eg downloaded or uploaded) online, directly between smart phones.
- 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.
- each component (eg, module or program) of the above-described components may include a single object or a plurality of entities, and some of the plurality of entities may be separately disposed in other components. have.
- 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.
- a plurality of components eg modules or programs
- 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. .
- 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.
- the electronic device 101 may be configured as a single unit, and may be a wearable device, a portable device, a handheld device, and a mobile device requiring various displays. Alternatively, it may be installed and applied to an electronic product such as a wireless communication device or an electric field.
- the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment may be implemented as a TV, for example, or a video wall, a large format display (LFD), a digital signage, or a digital information display (DID).
- any device having a display function, such as a projector display is not limited and can be applied.
- a plurality of display modules 160 are implemented in a matrix type and through a plurality of assembly arrangements, a monitor for a personal computer (PC), a high-resolution TV, and signage ( It can also be applied to various display devices such as signage (or digital signage) and electronic display.
- the present disclosure is not limited to these illustrative devices.
- FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a display panel according to various embodiments
- FIG. 4 is an enlarged view of a portion IV shown in FIG. 3 showing a pixel structure of an example of the display panel according to various embodiments
- FIG. 5A, 5b and 5c are diagrams illustrating an example arrangement different from the arrangement of subpixels shown in FIG. 4 according to various embodiments.
- the display panel 210 may include a plurality of pixel areas 215 arranged in a matrix form.
- One pixel P may be disposed in each pixel area 215 .
- One pixel P may include three sub-pixels 300, 400, and 500.
- one pixel (P) includes a sub-pixel 300 emitting red (R) light, a sub-pixel 400 emitting green (G) light, and a sub-pixel emitting blue (B) light ( 500) may be included.
- one sub-pixel may be referred to as one light source.
- a plurality of thin film transistors (TFTs) for driving the three subpixels 300, 400, and 500 are disposed in an area not occupied by the three subpixels 300, 400, and 500 in one pixel area 215. It can be.
- the subpixels 300 , 400 , and 500 are arranged in a row as shown in FIG. 4 in one pixel area 215 as an example, but the present disclosure is not limited thereto.
- three sub-pixels 300-1, 400-1, and 500-1 constituting one pixel Pa in one pixel area 215 are arranged in an L-shape with left and right reversed. It can be arranged in various forms such as being.
- a plurality of pixels may be arranged in a pentile RGBG method.
- the pentile RGBG method is a method of arranging the number of red, green, and blue sub-pixels at a ratio of 1:2:1 (RGBG) by using the characteristic that humans distinguish blue less and green the best. .
- RGBG 1:2:1
- the pen tile RGBG method is effective because it can increase yield, lower unit cost, and realize high resolution on a small surface.
- one pixel Pb may include four sub-pixels 300-2, 400-2a, 400-2b, and 500-2, as shown in FIG. 5B.
- the red sub-pixel 300-2 and the blue sub-pixel 500-2 have the same or almost similar sizes
- the first and second green sub-pixels 400-2a and 400-2b are red sub-pixels. (300-2) and a smaller size than the blue sub-pixel (500-2).
- the arrangement of sub-pixels in one pixel Pb is, for example, a red sub-pixel 300-2, a first green sub-pixel 400-2a, a blue sub-pixel 500-2, and a second green sub-pixel. (400-2b) may be arranged in order.
- one pixel Pc may include four sub-pixels 300-3, 400-3a, 400-3b, and 500-3.
- the first and second green sub-pixels 400-3a and 400-3b may be vertically symmetrically arranged between the red sub-pixel 300-3 and the blue sub-pixel 500-3.
- the display panel 210 includes a touch screen coupled with a touch sensor, a flexible display, a rollable display, a 3D display, and/or a plurality of display modules physically It may be implemented as a connected display or the like, but is not limited thereto.
- the display panel 210 includes an amorphous silicon (a-Si) TFT, a low temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) TFT, a low temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) TFT, and a hybrid oxide and polycrystalline silicon (HOP) TFT. , a liquid crystalline polymer (LCP) TFT, or a substrate that can be implemented in the form of an OTFT (organic TFT), but is not limited thereto.
- a-Si amorphous silicon
- LTPS low temperature polycrystalline silicon
- LTPO low temperature polycrystalline oxide
- HOP hybrid oxide and polycrystalline silicon
- LCP liquid crystalline polymer
- substrate that can be implemented in the form of an OTFT (organic TFT), but is not limited thereto.
- the display panel 210 may include a substrate (eg, the substrate 221 of FIG. 6 ) and a plurality of pixels mounted on the substrate 221 .
- Each pixel may include at least two sub-pixels emitting different colors.
- one pixel may include 3 sub-pixels 300, 400, and 500 emitting red, green, and blue light.
- the subpixels 300, 400, and 500 may individually have an encapsulated structure.
- the structure of the display panel 210 will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings, focusing on the structure of one sub-pixel 300 among the three sub-pixels.
- FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a sub-pixel structure in a pixel structure of a display panel according to various embodiments.
- the substrate 221 may be made of a transparent glass material (main component is SiO 2 ). However, it is not limited thereto and may be formed of a transparent or translucent polymer.
- the polymer may be an insulating organic material such as polyether sulfone (PES), polyimide (PI), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethylene naphthalate (PEN), or polycarbonate (PC), but is not limited thereto.
- the substrate 221 is provided with a plurality of TFTs (not shown).
- the TFT is not limited to a specific structure or type.
- the TFT cited in the present disclosure is an LTPS TFT, an oxide TFT, an a-silicon TFT (a-Si TFT), an OTFT, or graphene It may be implemented with a TFT or the like, but is not limited thereto.
- the subpixel 300 mounted on the substrate 221 may include a light emitting element 310, a color conversion layer 330, a color filter layer 350, and an encapsulation structure 370.
- the light emitting element 310 may be, for example, an inorganic light emitting element and may be a micro light emitting diode (LED) emitting light in a blue wavelength band having a size of about 50 ⁇ m or less, but is not limited thereto.
- the micro LED may be a flip chip type in which both a positive electrode (positive electrode) and a negative electrode (negative electrode) 352 are disposed on the surface opposite to the light emitting surface 311 .
- each light emitting device of the second and third subpixels 400 and 500 may also use a micro LED emitting blue light like the light emitting device of the first subpixel 300 .
- the present invention is not limited thereto, and micro LEDs emitting green light may be applied to all light emitting devices of the first to third sub-pixels 300, 400, and 500.
- the first sub-pixel 300 may include a color conversion material (eg, red phosphor, red quantum dot, etc.) to emit red light by using green light as excitation light.
- the third sub-pixel 500 may include a color conversion material (eg, blue phosphor, blue quantum dot, etc.) to emit blue light by using green light as excitation light.
- a micro LED emitting blue light or green light may be used as the light emitting device of the first subpixel 300 .
- the second sub-pixel 400 may use a micro LED emitting green light.
- the third sub-pixel 500 may use a micro LED emitting blue light.
- the first sub-pixel 300 may include a color conversion material (eg, red phosphor, red quantum dot, etc.) to emit red light by using blue light or green light as excitation light.
- the light emitting device 310 may include a first semiconductor layer, a second semiconductor layer, and an active layer disposed between the first semiconductor layer and the second semiconductor layer.
- the first semiconductor layer, the active layer, and the second semiconductor layer may be formed by metal organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD), chemical vapor deposition (CVD), or plasma-chemical vapor deposition (PECVD). enhanced chemical vapor deposition) or the like, but is not limited thereto.
- MOCVD metal organic chemical vapor deposition
- CVD chemical vapor deposition
- PECVD plasma-chemical vapor deposition
- enhanced chemical vapor deposition or the like, but is not limited thereto.
- the first semiconductor layer may include, for example, a p-type semiconductor layer (anode, oxide electrode), but is not limited thereto.
- the p-type semiconductor layer may be selected from, for example, GaN, AlN, AlGaN, InGaN, InN, InAlGaN, AlInN, etc., but is not limited thereto, and may be doped with a p-type dopant such as Mg, Zn, Ca, Sr, or Ba. However, it is not limited thereto.
- the second semiconductor layer may include, for example, an n-type semiconductor layer (cathode, reduction electrode), but is not limited thereto.
- the n-type semiconductor layer may be selected from, for example, GaN, AlN, AlGaN, InGaN, InN, InAlGaN, AlInN, etc., but is not limited thereto, and may be doped with an n-type dopant such as Si, Ge, or Sn, but is limited thereto. It doesn't work.
- the light emitting element is not limited to the above configuration, and for example, the first semiconductor layer may include an n-type semiconductor layer and the second semiconductor layer may include a p-type semiconductor layer.
- the active layer is a region in which electrons and holes are recombinated, and as the electrons and holes recombine, the active layer transitions to a lower energy level and can generate light having a wavelength corresponding thereto.
- the active layer may include a semiconductor material, for example, amorphous silicon or poly crystalline silicon, but is not limited thereto.
- this embodiment may contain an organic semiconductor material, etc., and may be formed, for example, in a single quantum well (SQW) structure or a multi quantum well (MQW) structure, but is not limited thereto.
- SQW single quantum well
- MQW multi quantum well
- a first electrode 351 and a second electrode 352 may be disposed on opposite sides of the light emitting surface 311 . If the first electrode 351 is an anode electrode, the second electrode 352 may be a cathode electrode.
- the first and second electrodes 351 and 352 may be made of, for example, Au or an alloy containing Au, but are not limited thereto.
- the first inorganic layer 371 may form a part of the encapsulation structure 370 and cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371 may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371 may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 330, which will be described in more detail below, and protect the color conversion layer 330 from moisture and oxygen contained in the air, thereby reducing the color conversion layer 330. Browning of can be prevented and / or reduced.
- an organic layer may be stacked on the first inorganic layer 371 .
- An organic layer (not shown) and another inorganic layer (not shown) may be sequentially stacked on the first inorganic layer 371 to provide a multi-layered structure of a plurality of inorganic layers and organic layers.
- a multilayer structure in which at least two organic layers and at least two inorganic layers are alternately stacked on top of the first inorganic layer 371 may be provided.
- the color conversion layer 330 is disposed on the first inorganic layer 371 to cover at least a portion of the first inorganic layer 371 .
- the color conversion layer 330 is formed except for the peripheral portion of the first inorganic layer 371 as shown in FIG. The rest can be covered. Accordingly, the area of the color conversion layer 330 may be smaller than that of the light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device.
- the color conversion layer 330 may be excited by light emitted from the light emitting device 310 to emit light in a red wavelength band.
- the color conversion layer 330 includes quantum dots and a photosensitive resin to convert light incident to the color conversion layer 330 (eg, blue light emitted from the light emitting device 310) into red.
- Quantum dots may be excited by light incident on the color conversion layer 330 to emit red light.
- the quantum dots may absorb incident light having a wavelength of blue light and isotropically emit red light having a wavelength band longer than that of the incident light.
- the photosensitive resin may be made of a material having light transmission, and may be made of, for example, silicone resin, epoxy resin, acrylate, siloxane, or a light-transmitting organic material.
- the color filter layer 350 may cover the entire upper surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the color filter layer 350 may be an organic material containing dyes or pigments.
- the color filter layer 350 may selectively transmit red light emitted from the color conversion layer 330 .
- the second inorganic film 373 may form an encapsulation structure 370 together with the first inorganic film 371 described above.
- the second inorganic film 373 includes the top and side surfaces of the color filter layer 350, the side surface of the color conversion layer 330, a part (peripheral part) of the first inorganic film 371, and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310. can cover
- an organic layer (not shown) and another inorganic layer (not shown) may be sequentially stacked on the second inorganic layer 373 to provide a multilayer structure of a plurality of inorganic layers and organic layers.
- a multilayer structure in which at least two organic layers and at least two inorganic layers are alternately stacked on top of the second inorganic layer 373 may be provided.
- the second inorganic film 373 directly covers the side surface of the color conversion layer 330 and covers the top and side surfaces of the color filter layer 350 together, so that the top and side surfaces of the color conversion layer 330 are included in moisture and air. penetration of oxygen may be prevented and/or reduced.
- a plurality of subpixels arranged at a constant (eg, specific) pitch on the substrate 221 may individually include the thin film encapsulation structure 370 . Since each sub-pixel includes an inorganic light emitting element and a color conversion layer together, power consumption can be reduced, and penetration of moisture and oxygen into the color conversion layer by the encapsulation structure 370 can be fundamentally blocked and/or reduced. The color gamut of the display can be improved.
- the subpixel 300 may be surrounded by the reflective layer 281 formed on the substrate 221 in a close contact state.
- the reflective layer 281 is formed to surround the subpixel 300 and does not cover the upper surface of the subpixel 300 (a surface from which light is emitted from the subpixel 300). However, it is not limited thereto, and the reflective layer 281 may cover at least a portion of the upper surface of the subpixel 300 .
- the reflective layer 281 adheres to the side of the second inorganic layer 373 .
- the reflective layer 281 may have openings 282 formed at positions corresponding to subpixels mounted on the substrate 221 through a predetermined (eg, specific) patterning process.
- the top surface of the reflective layer 281 may be positioned higher than the top surface of the sub-pixel 300 .
- the reflective layer 281 may be made of a material having high reflectivity capable of refracting and reflecting light emitted from the side of the subpixel 300 .
- Light emitted from the side surface of the sub-pixel 300 and light emitted from the upper surface of the sub-pixel 300 are reflected on the inner wall of the opening 282 of the reflective layer 281 and emitted toward the front surface of the display panel 210. .
- light emitted from the side of the sub-pixel 300 is refracted and reflected by the reflective layer 281 so that the emission direction can be directed toward the front of the display panel 210, thereby minimizing and/or reducing wasted light and improving luminance. can make it
- the reflective layer 281 may also function as a planarization layer for forming the black matrix 283 on the upper side of the subpixel 300 .
- the black matrix 283 may be disposed on the upper surface of the reflective layer 281 in a lattice form, for example.
- a plurality of cells 284 may be formed.
- Each cell 284 is disposed at a position corresponding to each opening 282 of the reflective layer 281 and may partition each sub-pixel area. Light emitted from the upper surface of the sub-pixel 300 may pass through the cells 284 of the black matrix 283 and be emitted toward the front surface of the display panel 210 .
- the black matrix 283 absorbs external light to improve a problem caused by reflection of external light, thereby improving a contrast ratio and black luminous feeling of the display and improving outdoor visibility.
- the black matrix 283 can prevent and/or reduce the mixing of light of different colors emitted from adjacent light emitting devices, thereby improving the color gamut of the display.
- a transparent cover 287 may be attached to the top of the black matrix 283 through an optical adhesive layer 285 .
- the black matrix 283 is disposed on the upper surface of the reflective layer 281, but the black matrix 283 may be provided on the upper surface of the transparent cover 287. In this case, the black matrix 283 may not be disposed on the upper surface of the reflective layer 281 .
- the display module according to the present disclosure when the display module according to the present disclosure is applied to an augmented reality (AR) wearable device (eg, AR glasses, etc.), a light emitting direction is directed toward a user or a light emitting element disposed on a glasses frame of the AR wearable device ( Example: Since the light of a micro LED is projected through a lens, there is no need to consider that the internal circuit or wiring of the display module is visible due to external light reflection. Accordingly, the display module according to the present disclosure may not include the black matrix 283 for preventing and/or reducing external light reflection. For example, the display module according to the present disclosure may omit the black matrix 283 disposed on the top surface of the reflective layer 281 or the top surface of the transparent cover 287 .
- AR augmented reality
- the optical adhesive layer 285 is a material that is cured in response to light (eg, ultraviolet rays) of a designated band, and is, for example, optical clear adhesive (OCA), optical clear resin (OCR), or SVR. (super view resin) and the like, but is not limited thereto.
- the optical adhesive layer 285 may include a material capable of maintaining high transparency even in a high temperature or high humidity environment.
- the optical adhesive layer 285 may include a material having a high oxygen and moisture blocking rate, and may have a role at least similar to or the same as that of the encapsulation structure 370.
- the transparent cover 287 may be disposed to cover the black matrix 283 to protect the black matrix 283 and the sub-pixels 300 .
- the transparent cover 287 may be made of tempered glass or a transparent optical film having a predetermined (eg, specific) rigidity, but is not limited thereto.
- the transparent cover 287 may be made of a material that does not affect, minimizes, and/or reduces the transmittance, reflectance, and refractive index of light emitted from the sub-pixel 300 .
- FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating an example process of manufacturing a display panel according to various embodiments.
- 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 8e, 8f, 8g, 8h, 8i, 8j, 8k, and 8l are diagrams illustrating an example process of manufacturing a display panel according to various embodiments
- FIGS. 8F is a process chart showing a process of forming the subpixel 300 having the encapsulation structure 370
- FIGS. 8G to 8L are process charts showing a process of transferring the subpixel 300 to the substrate 221.
- an adhesive layer 610 is provided on an interposer 600 to detachably attach a subpixel (eg, the subpixel 300 of FIG. 7F) from the interposer 600.
- a subpixel eg, the subpixel 300 of FIG. 7F
- the relay substrate 600 may use, for example, a sapphire (Al2O3) substrate, a silicon (Si) substrate, a silicon carbide (SiC) substrate, an AlN substrate, a Si—Al substrate, or a nitride substrate.
- the adhesive layer 610 may include polyimide (PI).
- the light emitting element 310 may be fixed to the relay substrate 600 by attaching a pair of electrodes 351 and 352 to the adhesive layer 610 . Although only one light emitting device 310 is shown in FIG. 8A , a plurality of light emitting devices may be arranged at regular intervals on the relay substrate 600 . The spacing between the light emitting elements may be determined by considering the width of the bank 630 to be formed between the light emitting elements.
- the bank 630 may be patterned in a lattice shape on the relay substrate 600 (701 in FIG. 7).
- the height (or thickness) of the bank 630 may be higher than that of the light emitting device 310 .
- An inorganic thin film 371a for forming the first inorganic layer 371 may be deposited on a portion of the .
- Deposition processes of the inorganic thin film 371a include physical vapor deposition (PVD), metal organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD), chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and PECVD; plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition), etc. may be used, but is not limited thereto.
- PVD physical vapor deposition
- MOCVD metal organic chemical vapor deposition
- CVD chemical vapor deposition
- PECVD plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition
- the inorganic thin film 371a formed on the light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 is used as the first inorganic film 371, and the inorganic thin film 371a formed on the remaining portion may be removed through the following process.
- the first inorganic layer 371 may be formed to cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 (702 in FIG. 7).
- a color conversion material 330a may be deposited to cover the first inorganic layer 371 and the inorganic thin film 371a to be removed in a subsequent process.
- the color conversion material 330a may fill a space between the banks 630 in which the light emitting device 310 is disposed and may be formed to a position higher than the upper part of the bank 630 .
- a plurality of openings 811 are formed on the upper side of the color conversion material 330a in order to leave the color conversion layer (eg, the color conversion layer 330 of FIG. 8D) and remove the rest from the entire color conversion material 330a.
- One mask 810 may be disposed, and the first mask 810 may be aligned such that an opening 811 corresponds to the light emitting element 310 .
- the light emitting element 310 is, for example, a micro LED of about 50 ⁇ m or less, for example, a fine metal mask (FMM) may be used as the first mask 810 in consideration of the size of the light emitting element.
- FMM fine metal mask
- the color conversion layer 330 may be formed by leaving a part of the color conversion material 330a covered on the first inorganic layer 371 through an exposure process and removing the remaining color conversion material 330a (see FIG. 7 ). 703).
- a color filter material 350a is deposited on the color conversion layer 330, the first inorganic layer 371, and the inorganic thin film 371a.
- the color filter material 350a may fill a space between the bank 630 and the color conversion layer 330 and may be formed to a position higher than the top of the bank 630 .
- a plurality of openings 831 are formed on the upper side of the color filter material 350a to leave the color filter layer (eg, the color filter layer 350 of FIG. 8E ) and remove the rest from the entire color filter material 350a.
- a mask 830 may be placed. The second mask 830 may be aligned so that the opening 831 corresponds to the light emitting element 310 .
- the color filter layer 350 may be formed as shown in FIG. 8E by leaving a part of the color filter material 350a covered on the color conversion layer 330 through an exposure process and removing the remaining color filter material 350a. 704 of 7).
- Another inorganic thin film 373a may be deposited in a space spaced apart between the inorganic thin film 371a formed thereon, the bank 630 and the light emitting device 310 .
- a silver second inorganic layer 373 may be formed (705 in FIG. 7).
- the first inorganic layer 371 and the second inorganic layer 373 completely surround the color conversion layer 330 to prevent and/or reduce penetration of moisture or oxygen into the color conversion layer 330 .
- the first inorganic layer 371 and the second inorganic layer 373 may form an encapsulation structure 370 provided in a single sub-pixel 300 .
- the subpixels 300 having the encapsulation structure 370 on the relay substrate 600 may be transferred to the substrate 221 at a constant (eg, specific) pitch through a transfer process. Yes (706 in FIG. 7).
- a plurality of TFTs are formed on the substrate 221, and each TFT can be electrically connected to control driving of a corresponding subpixel.
- pads (not shown) corresponding to the pair of electrodes 351 and 352 provided in the subpixel 300 may be arranged on the substrate 221 .
- a reflective material 281a is deposited to cover both the substrate 221 and the sub-pixel 300 .
- the reflective material 281a may be a material having high reflectivity capable of refracting and reflecting light.
- a third mask 850 formed with a plurality of openings 851 may be disposed on the upper side of the reflective material 281a to remove a corresponding region of the subpixel 300 from the entire reflective material 281a.
- the third mask 850 may be aligned so that the opening 851 corresponds to the subpixel 300 .
- a region corresponding to the sub-pixel 300 is removed from the entire reflective material 281a through an exposure process.
- a reflective layer 281 having an opening 282 exposing the upper portion of the subpixel 300 may be formed as shown in FIG. 8I (707 in FIG. 7).
- a black matrix material 283a is deposited to cover the top of the reflective layer 281 and the top of the subpixel 300 exposed by the opening 282 .
- a fourth mask 870 formed with a plurality of openings 871 may be disposed on the upper side of the black matrix material 283a to remove a corresponding region of the subpixel 300 from the entire black matrix material 283a. have.
- the seventh mask 870 may be aligned so that the opening 871 corresponds to the subpixel 300 .
- a region corresponding to the sub-pixel 100 is removed from the entire black matrix material 283a through an exposure process.
- a black matrix 283 having cells 284 exposing the upper portion of the subpixel 300 (the upper portion of the second inorganic film 373) is formed. Yes (708 in FIG. 7).
- an optical adhesive layer 285 is applied on the black matrix 283, and then a transparent cover 287 is attached (709).
- the transparent cover 287 may protect the black matrix 283 and the sub-pixels 300 from external impact.
- 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24 are cross-sectional views illustrating example sub-pixel structures of display panels according to various embodiments. admit.
- a display panel according to an embodiment may have a structure mostly similar to that of the display panel shown in FIG.
- a transparent resin layer 290 filling the space provided between the inorganic layers 373 may be further included.
- the optical adhesive layer 285 may be disposed between the transparent cover 287, the black matrix 283, and the transparent resin layer 290.
- the transparent water A light diffusing agent eg, the light diffusing agent 910 of FIG. 17
- the transparent water A light diffusing agent may be uniformly distributed in the stratum 290 to improve the light efficiency of the subpixel 300 .
- a display panel may include a transparent resin layer 290 like the display panel shown in FIG. 9 .
- the top surface 290a of the transparent resin layer 290 may be positioned at a different height from the top surface 283a of the black matrix 283 .
- the upper surface 290a of the transparent resin layer 290 may be positioned lower than the upper surface 283a of the black matrix 283 . Accordingly, a space may be provided between the black matrix 283 and the transparent resin layer 290 .
- the optical adhesive layer 285 disposed between the black matrix 283 and the transparent cover 287 may fill a space provided between the black matrix 283 and the transparent resin layer 290 .
- a light diffusing agent eg, the light diffusing agent 910 of FIG. 17
- a subpixel 300a includes an encapsulation structure 370a capable of protecting the color conversion layer 330 from pressure applied during a thermal compression process described in detail below. can do.
- a thermal compression process of connecting electrodes of the subpixels to pads of the substrate 221 may be performed.
- the thermal compression process is a process for bonding the plurality of subpixels transferred to the substrate 221 to the substrate, and at the same time as supplying heat, the top of the plurality of subpixels is pressed with a predetermined pressure using a pressure plate (not shown). .
- the sub-pixel 300a may include a multi-layered encapsulation structure 370a.
- the sub-pixel 300a includes an encapsulation structure 370a formed of a first inorganic layer 371a, a second inorganic layer 373a, an organic layer 375a, and a third inorganic layer 377a. can do.
- the first inorganic layer 371a may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371a may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the first inorganic layer 371a may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371a.
- the second inorganic layer 373a may be formed to cover the upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- the second inorganic layer 373a may function as a secondary blocking member that blocks penetration of moisture and oxygen into the color conversion layer 330 even if the third inorganic layer 377a is damaged in the thermal compression process.
- the organic layer 375a may be formed to cover an upper surface of the second inorganic layer 373a.
- the organic layer 375a may have greater strength than the inorganic layer and may withstand pressure applied to the top of the sub-pixel 300a in a thermal compression process. Accordingly, the organic layer 375a may prevent and/or reduce damage of the second inorganic layer 373a due to the pressure.
- the third inorganic layer 377a may include the upper surface and side end portion of the organic layer 375a, the side end portion of the second inorganic layer 373a, the side surface of the color filter layer 350, and the color conversion layer 330. It may cover the side surface, a part (periphery part) of the first inorganic layer 371 and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the third inorganic layer 377a.
- the encapsulation structure 370a may be formed in the order of a first inorganic layer 371a, a second inorganic layer 373a, an organic layer 375a, and a third inorganic layer 377a.
- a subpixel 300b may have an encapsulation structure 370b further including one layer of an inorganic film than the subpixel 300a described above.
- the encapsulation structure 370b may include four layers of inorganic layers 371b, 373b, 375b, and 379b and one layer of organic layer 377b.
- the first inorganic layer 371b may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371b may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the first inorganic layer 371b may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371b.
- the second inorganic layer 373b may cover the upper and side surfaces of the color conversion layer 330, a portion (peripheral portion) of the first inorganic layer 371a, and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310.
- the second inorganic film 373b is a tertiary blocking member that blocks moisture and oxygen from penetrating into the color conversion layer 330 even if the third inorganic film 375b and the fourth inorganic film 379b are damaged in the thermal compression process. can function
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373b.
- the encapsulation structure 370b directly covers the top and side surfaces of the color conversion layer 330 through the second inorganic layer 373b. Accordingly, the color conversion layer 330 may be protected from moisture and oxygen by the first and second inorganic layers 371b and 373b.
- the third inorganic layer 375b may be formed to cover the upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- the third inorganic layer 375b may function as a secondary blocking member that blocks penetration of moisture and oxygen into the color conversion layer 330 even if the fourth inorganic layer 379b is damaged in the thermal compression process.
- the organic layer 377b may be formed to cover the upper surface of the third inorganic layer 375b.
- the organic layer 377b may have greater strength than the inorganic layer and may withstand pressure applied to the top of the sub-pixel 300b in a thermal compression process. Accordingly, the organic layer 377b may prevent and/or reduce damage of the third inorganic layer 375b due to the pressure.
- the fourth inorganic layer 379b may include a top surface and a side end portion of the organic layer 377b, a side end portion of the third inorganic layer 375b, a side surface of the color filter layer 350, and a second inorganic layer 373b. ) can cover the sides.
- the side surface of the color conversion layer 330 is a double protective film together with the second inorganic layer 373b.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the fourth inorganic layer 379b.
- the encapsulation structure 370b includes a first inorganic layer 371b, a second inorganic layer 373b, a third inorganic layer 375b, an organic layer 377b, and a fourth inorganic layer 379b in order. can be formed as
- the encapsulation structure 370b of the present disclosure may be formed by stacking three or more layers of inorganic films to effectively block penetration of moisture and oxygen into the color conversion layer.
- an encapsulation structure 370c included in a sub-pixel 300c may include four layers of inorganic layers 371c, 373c, 375c, and 379c and a single layer of an organic layer 377c.
- the first inorganic layer 371c may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371c may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the first inorganic layer 371c may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371c.
- the second inorganic layer 373c may cover only the upper surface of the color conversion layer 330, unlike the aforementioned second inorganic layer 373b (see FIG. 12).
- the second inorganic film 373c is a tertiary blocking member that blocks moisture and oxygen from penetrating into the color conversion layer 330 even if the third inorganic film 375c and the fourth inorganic film 379c are damaged in the thermal compression process. can function
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373c.
- the third inorganic layer 375c may be formed to cover the upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- the third inorganic layer 375c may function as a secondary blocking member that blocks penetration of moisture and oxygen into the color conversion layer 330 even if the fourth inorganic layer 379c is damaged in the thermal compression process.
- the organic layer 377c may be formed to cover an upper surface of the third inorganic layer 375c.
- the organic layer 377c may have greater strength than the inorganic layer and may withstand pressure applied to the top of the sub-pixel 300c in a thermal compression process. Accordingly, the organic layer 377c may prevent and/or reduce damage of the third inorganic layer 375c due to the pressure.
- the fourth inorganic layer 379c may include a top surface and a side end portion of the organic layer 377c, a side end portion of the third inorganic layer 375c, a side surface of the color filter layer 350, and a second inorganic layer 373c. ), the side surface of the color conversion layer 330, a part (peripheral portion) of the first inorganic layer 371c, and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 may be covered.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the fourth inorganic layer 379c.
- the encapsulation structure 370c includes a first inorganic layer 371c, a second inorganic layer 373c, a third inorganic layer 375c, an organic layer 377c, and a fourth inorganic layer 379c in order. can be formed as
- the encapsulation structure 370d of the subpixel 300d may include a first inorganic layer 371d, a second inorganic layer 373d, and a third inorganic layer 375d.
- the first inorganic layer 371d may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371d may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the first inorganic layer 371d may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371d.
- the second inorganic layer 373d may cover the upper surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the second inorganic layer 373d may function as a secondary blocking member that blocks penetration of moisture and oxygen into the color conversion layer 330 even if the third inorganic layer 375d is damaged.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373d.
- the third inorganic layer 375d is the top and side surfaces of the color filter layer 350, the side end of the second inorganic layer 373d, the side surface of the color conversion layer 330, and the first inorganic layer 371d. ) and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 may be covered.
- the third inorganic film 375d directly covers the side surface of the color conversion layer 330 and covers the top and side surfaces of the color filter layer 350 together, it is included in moisture and air as the top and side surfaces of the color conversion layer 330. It can prevent and/or reduce the penetration of oxygen.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the third inorganic layer 375d.
- the encapsulation structure 370d may be formed in the order of the first inorganic layer 371d, the second inorganic layer 373d, and the third inorganic layer 375d.
- the color filter layer 350 since the color filter layer 350 is more resistant to moisture and oxygen than the color conversion layer 330, it may be partially covered or not covered by the encapsulation structure.
- the encapsulation structure will be described in more detail with reference to FIGS. 15 and 16 .
- the encapsulation structure 370e of the subpixel 300e may include a first inorganic layer 371e, a second inorganic layer 373e, and a third inorganic layer 375e.
- the first inorganic layer 371e may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371e may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the first inorganic layer 371e may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371e.
- the second inorganic layer 373e may cover the top and side surfaces of the color conversion layer 330, a portion (periphery) of the first inorganic layer 371e, and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310.
- the top, side and bottom surfaces of the color conversion layer 330 may be completely surrounded by the first and second inorganic films 371e and 373e.
- the second inorganic layer 373e may function as a secondary blocking member that blocks penetration of moisture and oxygen into the color conversion layer 330 even if the third inorganic layer 375e is damaged.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373e.
- the third inorganic layer 375e may be formed to cover the upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the third inorganic layer 375e.
- the encapsulation structure 370e may completely enclose the color conversion layer 330 while partially enclosing the color filter layer 350 .
- the encapsulation structure 370e may be formed in the order of the first inorganic layer 371e, the second inorganic layer 373e, and the third inorganic layer 375e.
- an encapsulation structure 370f of a subpixel 300f may include a first inorganic layer 371f and a second inorganic layer 373f.
- the first inorganic layer 371f may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371f may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the first inorganic layer 371f may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371f.
- the second inorganic layer 373f may cover the upper and side surfaces of the color conversion layer 330, a portion (peripheral portion) of the first inorganic layer 371f, and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310.
- the top, side and bottom surfaces of the color conversion layer 330 may be completely surrounded by the first and second inorganic films 371f and 373f.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373f.
- the encapsulation structure 370f may completely cover the color conversion layer 330 while not covering the color filter layer 350 .
- the encapsulation structure 370f may be formed in the order of the first inorganic layer 371f and the second inorganic layer 373f.
- At least one of components disposed between the light emitting element 310 and the transparent cover 287 may include a light diffusing agent.
- an encapsulation structure 370g of a subpixel 300g may be the same as or similar to the aforementioned encapsulation structure 370c of a subpixel 300c (see FIG. 13 ).
- the encapsulation structure 370g may include a first inorganic layer 371g, a second inorganic layer 373g, a third inorganic layer 375g, an organic layer 377g, and a fourth inorganic layer 379g.
- the first inorganic layer 371g may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371g.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373g.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the third inorganic layer 375g.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the fourth inorganic layer 379g.
- the optical adhesive layer 285 provided on the display panel 210 may include the light diffusing agent 910 .
- the light diffusing agent 910 may be an organic light diffusing agent, an inorganic light diffusing agent, or a mixture thereof.
- the light diffuser 910 may be TiO 2 , SiO 2 or glass beads, but is not limited thereto, and may be uniformly distributed in the optical adhesive layer 285 in the form of particles, for example, as shown in FIG. 17 .
- light emitted from the sub-pixel 300g and incident on the optical adhesive layer 285 may be scattered and diffused within the optical adhesive layer 285 by the light diffusing agent 910 . Accordingly, the sub-pixel 300g of the present disclosure may improve luminance.
- the light diffusing agent 910 when the light diffusing agent 910 is not included in the optical adhesive layer 285, one of the organic layer 375g, the color filter layer 350, and the color conversion layer 330 can be included
- the light diffusing agent 910 may be included in a uniformly dispersed state throughout the color conversion layer 330 .
- the light diffusing agent 910 may increase light conversion efficiency and enable uniform wavelength conversion by light incident on the color conversion layer 330 .
- the light diffusing agent 910 may improve luminance of a subpixel to which the color conversion layer 330 is applied.
- the light diffusing agent 910 may be included in at least two of the optical adhesive layer 285, the organic layer 375g, the color filter layer 350, and the color conversion layer 330.
- an encapsulation structure 370h of a subpixel 300h may include first to fourth inorganic films 371h, 373h, 375h, and 377h.
- the first inorganic layer 371h may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371h may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 333 .
- the first inorganic layer 371h may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- a plurality of second inorganic layers 373h may be formed substantially vertically on the first inorganic layer 371h at regular intervals.
- a color conversion material may be filled in spaces partitioned by the plurality of second inorganic layers 373h. Accordingly, a plurality of color conversion layers 333 may be disposed at regular intervals along the light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371h and the second inorganic layer 373h may be formed through a single process.
- an inorganic film having a predetermined thickness eg, the length from the light emitting surface to the upper end of the second inorganic film 373h
- the color is colored through an etching process.
- Spaces filled with the conversion material may be formed to a predetermined (eg, specific) depth from the top to the bottom of the inorganic layer (eg, the second inorganic layer 373h).
- the first inorganic layer 371h and the second inorganic layer 373h may be simultaneously formed by a single process.
- the first inorganic layer 371h and the second inorganic layer 373h may be formed through separate processes.
- the third inorganic film 375h is formed after the color conversion layer 333 is formed in spaces partitioned by the plurality of second inorganic films 373h, respectively. It may be formed to cover the upper part and the upper part of the color conversion layer 333 together.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the third inorganic layer 375h.
- the fourth inorganic layer ( 377h) may be formed to cover the upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the fourth inorganic layer 377h.
- the encapsulation structure 377i of the sub-pixel 300i is partitioned into a plurality of spaces so that a plurality of color conversion layers 335 can be disposed similar to the above-described encapsulation structure 370h (see FIG. 18). can have a structure.
- the encapsulation structure 370i may include first to fifth inorganic films 371i, 373i, 375i, 377i, and 379i.
- the first inorganic layer 371i may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device 310 .
- the first inorganic layer 371i may cover the lower surface of the color conversion layer 335 .
- the first inorganic layer 371i may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310 and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371i.
- a plurality of color conversion layers 335 may be stacked at intervals on the first inorganic layer 371i.
- the second inorganic layer 373i and the third inorganic layer 375i may be disposed between the color conversion layers 335 arranged vertically.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373i and the third inorganic layer 375i, respectively.
- the fourth inorganic layer 377i may extend and cover the upper surface of the color conversion layer 335 and the side end of the first inorganic layer 371i. Accordingly, the color conversion layers 335 may be stacked and disposed while being spaced apart in a substantially vertical direction.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the fourth inorganic layer 377i.
- the fifth inorganic layer 379i may be formed to cover the upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- moisture and oxygen penetrating into the color conversion layer 335 may be blocked by the fourth inorganic layer 377i.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the fifth inorganic layer 379i.
- a reflective layer is formed on the substrate after transferring the sub-pixels to the substrate. Accordingly, the reflective layer may be disposed to closely adhere to the side surfaces of the subpixels and surround the subpixels.
- FIGS. 20A, 20B, 21A, and 21B the structure of a display panel in which sub-pixels are transferred in a state in which a reflective layer is formed on a substrate will be described in more detail with reference to FIGS. 20A, 20B, 21A, and 21B.
- the sub-pixel 300j may be transferred to a space provided between adjacent reflective layers 281 in a state where the reflective layer 281 is previously formed on the substrate 221 .
- the sub-pixel 300j transferred to the substrate 221 may be bonded to the substrate through a thermal compression process.
- the height of the reflective layer 281 is formed low so as not to be interfered with by the black matrix 283 when the pressure plate presses the top of the sub-pixel 300j so that the top of the black matrix 283 is the top of the sub-pixel 300j. It should be positioned lower than the top.
- the display panel may provide a structure advantageous to a process of transferring the subpixel 300j having the encapsulation structure 370j to the substrate 221 and a process of thermally compressing the subpixel 300j.
- a planarization layer 289 may fill a space formed between the subpixel 300j and the reflective layer 281 and between the subpixel 300j and the black matrix 283 .
- the planarization layer 289 may cover both the black matrix 283 and the upper portion of the sub-pixel 300j so that the transparent cover 287 may be disposed on the upper side of the sub-pixel 300j.
- the planarization layer 289 may be formed of the same reflective material as the reflective layer 281 .
- the planarization layer 289 may be formed of a transparent resin other than a reflective material.
- a separate black matrix 930 may be formed along the periphery of the upper surface of the light emitting device 310 .
- the separate black matrix 930 can absorb external light as well as minimize and/or reduce the amount of light emitted from the side of the light emitting device 310 . Accordingly, when the height of the reflective layer 281 is lowered, the black matrix 283 is positioned lower than the top of the sub-pixel 300j, preventing and/or reducing the mixing of light of different colors between adjacent sub-pixels. The contrast ratio of the display can be improved.
- the encapsulation structure 370j of the subpixel 300j may include a first inorganic layer 371j, a second inorganic layer 373j, and a third inorganic layer 375j, and the above-described encapsulation Since the structure (370d, see FIG. 14) is the same, the description will not be repeated. However, the encapsulation structure 370j is slightly different from the above-described encapsulation structure 370d in that the first inorganic layer 371j covers the light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting device and the separate black matrix 930 together.
- the first inorganic layer 371j may cover the entire light emitting surface 311 of the light emitting element 310, a separate black matrix 930, and at least a part of the side surface 313 of the light emitting element.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 371j.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373j and the third inorganic layer 375j, respectively.
- an additional black matrix 931 may also be disposed on a portion of the substrate 221 .
- the additional black matrix 931 may be disposed on the substrate 221 visible between the reflective layer 281 and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 when viewing the display panel from the front. Accordingly, when viewing the display panel from the front, the black matrices 283, 930, and 931 may be visible in addition to the area where the subpixel 300 is disposed. Accordingly, the contrast ratio and black luminous feeling of the display panel may be improved.
- the structure of the display panel is mostly the same as or similar to the structure of the display panel described above (see FIG. 20A ).
- the encapsulation structure 370k of the subpixel 300k may include a first inorganic layer 371k, a second inorganic layer 373k, and a third inorganic layer 375k, and the above-described encapsulation It may be the same as the structure 370j (see FIG. 20A). However, it is different from the aforementioned encapsulation structure 370j in that the third inorganic layer 375k does not cover the separate black matrix 930 and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 .
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 373k and the third inorganic layer 375k, respectively.
- an additional black matrix 931 may also be disposed on a portion of the substrate 221 .
- the additional black matrix 931 may be disposed on the substrate 221 visible between the reflective layer 281 and the side surface 313 of the light emitting element 310 when viewing the display panel from the front. Accordingly, when viewing the display panel from the front, the black matrices 283, 930, and 931 may be visible in addition to the area where the subpixel 300 is disposed. Accordingly, the contrast ratio and black luminous feeling of the display panel may be improved.
- the reflective layer 281 may adhere to the side surface of the subpixel 300l.
- an upper end of the reflective layer 281 may be positioned up to an approximately middle height of the color filter layer 350 .
- an upper end of the black matrix 283 disposed on the reflective layer 281 may be disposed at a higher position than an upper end of the subpixel 300l. Accordingly, the sub-pixel 300l can secure a contrast ratio of the display without having a separate black matrix.
- a barrier rib 371l may extend substantially vertically above the light emitting element 310a.
- a groove filled in the color conversion layer 330 may be provided on the top of the light emitting element 310a by the barrier rib 371l.
- the barrier rib 371l may be part of the encapsulation structure 370l.
- the encapsulation structure 370l may include a barrier rib 371l, a first inorganic layer 373l, an organic layer 375l, and a second inorganic layer 377l.
- the first inorganic layer 373l may be formed to cover the top of the barrier rib 371l and the top surface of the color conversion layer 330 . Accordingly, the color conversion layer 330 is surrounded by the light emitting element 310a, the barrier rib 371l, and the first inorganic layer 373l, so that it can be protected from penetration of moisture and oxygen.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 373l.
- the organic layer 375l may be formed to cover an upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- the second inorganic layer 377l may extend from the upper surface of the organic layer 375l to cover the side surface of the light emitting element 310a.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the second inorganic layer 377l.
- the barrier rib 371l when the barrier rib 371l is integrally extended and formed above the light emitting element 310a, the barrier rib 371l is formed on the light emitting element 310a during the process of forming the light emitting element 310a on an epitaxial substrate (not shown).
- an epitaxial substrate (not shown).
- the epitaxy process may include metal organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD), liquid phase epitaxy (LPE), gas phase A method such as vapor phase epitaxy (VPE) or molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) may be used.
- MOCVD metal organic chemical vapor deposition
- LPE liquid phase epitaxy
- VPE vapor phase epitaxy
- MBE molecular beam epitaxy
- the structure of the display panel is substantially the same as the structure of the display panel described above (see FIG. 22 ). However, there is a difference in that there is no barrier rib (eg, the barrier rib 371l in FIG. 22) extending above the light emitting element 310 and a part of the encapsulation structure 370m includes the metal thin film 371m.
- the barrier rib eg, the barrier rib 371l in FIG. 22
- the encapsulation structure 370m of the subpixel 100m may include a metal thin film 371m, a first inorganic layer 373m, an organic layer 375m, and a second inorganic layer 377m. .
- the metal thin film 371m may be formed to cover the side surface of the light emitting element 310 and the side surface of the color conversion layer 330 stacked on the upper surface of the light emitting element 310 through a deposition process. .
- the first inorganic layer 373m may be formed to cover both the upper surface of the color conversion layer 330 and the upper surface of the metal thin film 371m.
- the organic layer 375m may be formed to cover the upper surface of the color filter layer 350 .
- the second inorganic layer 377m may be formed to cover the upper surface of the organic layer 375m.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 373m and the second inorganic layer 377m, respectively.
- the structure of the display panel and the encapsulation structure 370n provided in the sub-pixel 300n are substantially the same as the structure of the display panel and the encapsulation structure (370m, see FIG. 23) of the sub-pixel 300m described above. or similar However, it is different from the aforementioned encapsulation structure 370m in that the metal thin film 371n forming a part of the encapsulation structure 370n is formed to cover only the side surface of the color conversion layer 330 .
- the encapsulation structure 370n of the subpixel 300n may include a metal thin film 371n, a first inorganic layer 373n, an organic layer 375n, and a second inorganic layer 377n.
- a multilayer structure in which at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer are alternately stacked may be provided on the first inorganic layer 373n and the second inorganic layer 377n, respectively.
- an encapsulation structure may be individually applied to a plurality of light sources.
- the display module 160 may include a display panel 210 and a driving circuit 230 .
- the display panel 160 includes a substrate 221, a plurality of light emitting devices 300, 400, and 500 mounted on the substrate, and a color conversion layer 330 and a color filter layer 350 stacked on each of the plurality of light emitting devices. It may include a plurality of light sources including a.
- the size of the color conversion layer 330 may be smaller than that of the corresponding light emitting element 310 .
- the driving circuit 230 may be configured to generate driving signals for a plurality of light emitting elements.
- the encapsulation structure 370 may include a first inorganic film 371 covering the upper surface of the light emitting element and a second inorganic film 373 covering the upper surface of the color filter layer to the side surface of the light emitting element. have.
- the encapsulation structure may further include a third inorganic layer 373d covering the upper surface of the color conversion layer.
- the display module 160 includes a reflective layer 281 spaced apart from a side surface of each light source and surrounding the light source, and a black matrix disposed on an upper surface of the reflective layer and positioned at a height lower than the height of the light source ( 283), and an additional black matrix 930 formed along the periphery of the upper surface of the light emitting device and covered by the first inorganic layer.
- the display module 160 includes a flattening layer 289 covering a black matrix and a light source, a transparent cover 287 covering the flattening layer, and an optical adhesive layer disposed between the flattening layer and the transparent cover. (285) may be further included.
- the encapsulation structure 370a includes a first inorganic film 371a covering the upper surface of the light emitting device, a second inorganic film 373a covering the upper surface of the color filter layer, and a second inorganic film covering the upper surface of the color filter layer.
- An organic layer 375a and a fourth inorganic layer 377a covering from an upper surface of the organic layer to a side surface of the light emitting device may be included.
- the encapsulation structure may further include a fifth inorganic layer 373c disposed between the color conversion layer and the color filter layer to cover the upper surface of the color conversion layer.
- the encapsulation structure 370b may include a first inorganic film 371b covering the upper surface of the light emitting element and a second inorganic film 373b covering the upper surface of the color conversion layer to the side surface of the light emitting element.
- the encapsulation structure includes a third inorganic film 375b covering the top surface of the color filter layer, an organic film 377b covering the top surface of the third inorganic film, and a fourth inorganic film covering from the top surface of the organic film to the side surface of the second inorganic film. (379b) may be further included.
- the encapsulation structure may improve light efficiency of a light source by further including a light diffusion agent 285 including a light diffusion material included in at least one of a color conversion layer, a color filter layer, and an organic layer. have.
- the display module 160 includes a reflective layer 281 surrounding a light source in close contact with a side surface, a black matrix 283 disposed on the upper surface of the reflective layer, and a transparent disposed above the black matrix.
- An optical adhesive layer 285 disposed between the cover 287 and the black matrix and the transparent cover may be further included.
- the optical adhesive layer may further include a light diffusing agent including a light diffusing material.
- the encapsulation structure (370h; 370i) is disposed on the upper surface of the light emitting device and partitioned into a plurality of spaces, and the color conversion layer (333; 335) may fill each of the plurality of spaces.
- the plurality of spaces may be arranged at intervals along the light emitting surface of the light emitting element, or may be arranged at intervals in a vertical direction from the light emitting surface of the light emitting element.
- the encapsulation structure may further include additional inorganic layers 377h and 379i covering the color filter layer.
- the encapsulation structure 370k includes a first inorganic film 371k covering the upper surface of the light emitting element, a second inorganic film 373k covering the upper surface of the color conversion layer, and the upper surface of the color filter layer.
- a third inorganic layer 375k continuously covering up to the side surface of the color conversion layer may be included.
- An additional black matrix 920 formed may be further included.
- the display module 160 includes a black matrix 283, a flattening layer 289 covering a light source, a transparent cover 287 covering the flattening layer, and a space between the flattening layer and the transparent cover.
- An optical adhesive layer 285 disposed on may be further included.
- the barrier rib 371l may extend from the top surface of the light emitting device, and the color conversion layer 330 may fill a groove formed on the top surface of the light emitting device.
- the barrier rib 371l may be formed by processing an upper portion of the light emitting element and may be integrally formed with the light emitting element.
- the encapsulation structure may include a barrier rib 371l and a first inorganic layer 373l covering an upper end of the barrier rib and an upper surface of the color conversion layer.
- the encapsulation structure may further include an organic layer 375l covering an upper surface of the color filter layer.
- the encapsulation structure may further include a second inorganic layer 377l covering from the top surface of the organic layer to the side surface of the light emitting device.
- the encapsulation structure 370m may include a metal thin film 371m covering the side surface of the color conversion layer and a first inorganic film 373m covering the top of the metal thin film and the top surface of the color conversion layer. have.
- the metal thin film 371m may extend to the side of the light emitting device.
- the encapsulation structure may further include an organic layer 375m covering the upper surface of the color filter layer and a second inorganic layer 377m covering the upper surface of the organic layer.
- the electronic device 101 may include a display module 160 and a processor 120.
- the display module 160 includes a substrate 221, a light emitting element 310 mounted on the substrate, and a color conversion layer 330 and a color filter layer 350 sequentially stacked on the light emitting element.
- a plurality of light sources 300 each having an encapsulation structure 370, a reflective layer 281 surrounding the side surface of the light source to reflect light emitted from the side surface of the light source, and a lattice form on the reflective layer.
- the processor 120 may control the driving circuit 230 to generate a driving signal for controlling light emission of a plurality of light emitting elements.
- the encapsulation structure may further include a first inorganic film covering the top, side and bottom surfaces of the color conversion layer, an organic film covering the top surface of the color filter layer, and a second inorganic film covering the top surface of the organic film.
- the size of the color conversion layer 330 may be smaller than that of the light emitting element 310 .
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- 디스플레이 모듈에 있어서,기판과, 상기 기판에 실장된 복수의 발광 소자들과 상기 복수의 발광 소자들 각각에 적층된 색변환층 및 컬러필터층을 포함하는 복수의 광원들;을 포함하는 디스플레이 패널; 및상기 복수의 발광 소자들의 구동 신호를 생성하는 구동 회로;를 포함하며,상기 복수의 광원들 각각은 봉지 구조를 포함하고,상기 색변환층의 크기는 상기 발광 소자의 크기보다 작은, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는,상기 발광 소자의 상면을 덮는 제1 무기막; 및상기 컬러필터층의 상면으로부터 상기 발광 소자의 측면까지 덮는 제2 무기막;을 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제2항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는 상기 색변환층의 상면을 덮는 제3 무기막을 더 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제3항에 있어서,상기 광원의 측면에 이격되어 상기 광원을 둘러싸는 반사층;상기 반사층 상면에 배치되며 상기 광원의 높이보다 낮은 높이에 위치하는 블랙 매트릭스; 및상기 발광 소자의 상면 주변부를 따라 형성된 추가 블랙 매트릭스;를 더 포함하며,상기 추가 블랙 매트릭스는 상기 제1 무기막에 의해 덮이는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제4항에 있어서,상기 블랙 매트릭스와 상기 광원을 덮는 평탄화층;상기 평탄화층을 덮는 투명커버; 및상기 평탄화층과 상기 투명커버 사이에 배치된 광학접착층;을 더 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는,상기 발광 소자의 상면을 덮는 제1 무기막;상기 컬러필터층의 상면을 덮는 제2 무기막;상기 제2 무기막의 상면을 덮는 유기막; 및상기 유기막의 상면으로부터 상기 발광 소자의 측면까지 덮는 제4 무기막;을 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제6항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는 상기 색변환층과 상기 컬러필터층 사이에 배치되어 상기 색변환층의 상면을 덮는 제5 무기막을 더 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는,상기 발광 소자의 상면을 덮는 제1 무기막; 및상기 색변환층의 상면으로부터 상기 발광 소자의 측면까지 덮는 제2 무기막;을 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제8항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는 상기 컬러필터층 상면을 덮는 제3 무기막을 더 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 광원의 측면에 밀착된 상태로 둘러싸는 반사층;상기 반사층 상면에 배치되는 블랙 매트릭스;상기 블랙 매트릭스 상부에 배치되는 투명커버; 및상기 블랙 매트릭스와 상기 투명커버 사이에 배치된 광학접착층;을 더 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는 상기 발광 소자의 상면에 배치되고 복수의 공간들로 구획되며,상기 색변환층은 상기 복수의 공간들 각각에 배치된, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는,상기 발광 소자의 상면을 덮는 제1 무기막;상기 색변환층의 상면을 덮는 제2 무기막; 및상기 컬러필터층의 상면으로부터 상기 색변환층의 측면까지 덮는 제3 무기막;을 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 발광 소자는 상면으로부터 격벽이 연장되어 상기 발광 소자의 상면에 홈이 마련되고,상기 색변환층은 상기 홈에 배치되는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 제1항에 있어서,상기 봉지 구조는,상기 색변환층의 측면을 덮는 금속 박막;상기 금속 박막의 상단과 상기 색변환층의 상면을 덮는 제1 무기막;을 포함하는, 디스플레이 모듈.
- 전자 장치에 있어서,기판과, 상기 기판에 실장된 발광 소자와 상기 발광 소자에 적층된 색변환층 및 컬러필터층을 포함하며 각 발광 소자에 제공되는 개별 봉지 구조를 구비하는 복수의 광원들과, 상기 광원의 측면을 둘러싸고, 상기 광원의 측면에서 출사되는 광을 반사하도록 형성되는 반사층과,상기 반사층에 격자 형태로 배치되며 상기 광원을 둘러싸는 블랙 매트릭스를 포함하는 디스플레이 패널 및 상기 기판에 배치되어 상기 복수의 발광 소자들의 구동 신호를 생성하도록 형성된 구동 회로를 포함하는 디스플레이 모듈; 및상기 복수의 발광 소자들의 발광을 제어하기 위한 구동 신호를 생성하도록 상기 구동 회로를 제어하도록 형성된 프로세서;를 포함하며,상기 봉지 구조는 상기 색변환층의 상면, 측면 및 저면을 덮는 제1 무기막을 포함하는, 전자 장치.
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