18337163. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18337163 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that includes various components such as a belt, tension rollers, a pressing member, a holding mechanism, a cam member, and a cam follower member. These components work together to adjust the position of the pressing member relative to the cam member.
- The pressing member is in contact with the inner surface of the belt and presses it towards the outer surface.
- The cam follower member is movable and can be fixed at different positions in the holding mechanism.
- By adjusting the position of the cam follower member, the position of the pressing member can be adjusted relative to the cam member.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Image forming apparatus in printers, copiers, or scanners.
- Any device that requires precise adjustment of a pressing member in relation to a cam member.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Ensures proper contact and pressure between the pressing member and the belt.
- Allows for precise adjustment of the pressing member position.
- Provides flexibility in adjusting the image forming process.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved image quality and consistency.
- Reduced wear and tear on the belt and other components.
- Enhanced performance and reliability of the image forming apparatus.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes a belt, tension rollers having an inner roller and an upstream roller, a pressing member, a holding mechanism, a cam member, and a cam follower member. The pressing member is contactable with an inner circumferential surface of the belt in a belt width direction at a position upstream of the inner roller and downstream of the upstream roller in a rotation direction of the belt. The pressing member presses the belt in a direction from the inner circumferential surface toward an outer circumferential surface of the belt. The cam follower member is provided in the holding mechanism to be moved. The cam follower member is fixable to the holding mechanism at one of a first position and a second position different from the first position so that the position of the pressing member is adjustable relative to the cam member located at a predetermined position.
