18452859. HEAD REPLACEMENT METHOD, INKJET PRINTING APPARATUS, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM RECORDING HEAD REPLACEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM simplified abstract (SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd.)
HEAD REPLACEMENT METHOD, INKJET PRINTING APPARATUS, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM RECORDING HEAD REPLACEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM
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HEAD REPLACEMENT METHOD, INKJET PRINTING APPARATUS, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM RECORDING HEAD REPLACEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18452859 titled 'HEAD REPLACEMENT METHOD, INKJET PRINTING APPARATUS, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM RECORDING HEAD REPLACEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM
Simplified Explanation
The head replacement method involves the following steps:
- Pipe connection step: User connects a new head to the system.
- Ink circulation start step: Initiate ink circulation in the flow path.
- Connection state determination step: Determine if the pipe connections are properly made based on ink liquid level positions in tanks.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Printing industry for replacing printer heads efficiently.
- Manufacturing sector for inkjet printing equipment maintenance.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Ensures proper connection of new printer heads.
- Prevents ink leakage due to improper connections.
Benefits of this technology:
- Increases efficiency in printer head replacement.
- Reduces downtime for maintenance tasks.
Potential commercial applications of this technology:
- "Efficient Head Replacement Method for Printing Equipment" in the printing industry.
Possible prior art:
There may be existing methods for printer head replacement, but the specific approach outlined in this patent application may be novel.
Unanswered questions:
1. How does this method compare to traditional printer head replacement techniques? 2. Are there any specific ink circulation systems that work best with this method?
Original Abstract Submitted
The head replacement method includes: a pipe connection step of performing, by a user, pipe connection of a new head; an ink circulation start step of starting circulation of ink in a circulation flow path; and a connection state determination step of determined, based on an ink liquid level position representing a height of an ink liquid level in at least one of a collection tank and a supply tank, whether a pipe connection, including a connection between an ink discharge pipe and a collection branch pipe and a connection between an ink inflow pipe and a supply branch pipe, is properly made.
