17754866. IMAGE FORMATION WITH ELECTROOSMOTIC LIQUID REMOVAL simplified abstract (HEWLETT-PACKARD DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, L.P.)
Contents
- 1 IMAGE FORMATION WITH ELECTROOSMOTIC LIQUID REMOVAL
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 IMAGE FORMATION WITH ELECTROOSMOTIC LIQUID REMOVAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
IMAGE FORMATION WITH ELECTROOSMOTIC LIQUID REMOVAL
Organization Name
HEWLETT-PACKARD DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, L.P.
Inventor(s)
Viktor Shkolnikov of Palo Alto CA (US)
Omer Gila of Palo Alto CA (US)
Napoleon J Leoni of Palo Alto CA (US)
IMAGE FORMATION WITH ELECTROOSMOTIC LIQUID REMOVAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17754866 titled 'IMAGE FORMATION WITH ELECTROOSMOTIC LIQUID REMOVAL
Simplified Explanation
The image formation device described in the patent application includes a support for substrate movement, a fluid ejection device for depositing ink droplets on the substrate, and a porous element for removing liquid carrier from the substrate.
- Support for substrate movement along a travel path
- Fluid ejection device deposits ink droplets on the substrate
- First porous element removes liquid carrier from the substrate via electroosmotic flow
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in printing devices, textile printing machines, and other image formation systems.
Problems Solved
The device helps in controlling the amount of liquid carrier on the substrate, leading to improved image quality and reduced drying time.
Benefits
- Enhanced image quality - Faster drying time - Precise ink deposition
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhancing Image Quality and Drying Time in Printing Devices: A Novel Image Formation Device"
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar devices used in printing and image formation processes.
Unanswered Questions
How does the device handle different types of substrates?
The patent application does not specify how the device adapts to various substrate materials and sizes. Further details on substrate compatibility would be beneficial for potential users.
What is the expected maintenance schedule for the device?
Information regarding the maintenance requirements and schedule for the image formation device is not provided in the abstract. Understanding the maintenance needs of the device would be crucial for its long-term usability and efficiency.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image formation device includes a support, a fluid ejection device, and a first porous element. The support is to support movement of a substrate along a travel path, while the fluid ejection device is located along the travel path to deposit droplets of ink particles within a liquid carrier onto the substrate to at least partially form an image on the substrate. The first porous element is located downstream along the travel path from the fluid ejection device to be in contact against the substrate to remove, via electroosmotic flow through the first porous element, at least a portion of the liquid carrier from the substrate.
