18462197. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Osamu Sasaoka of Kanagawa (JP)
Kensuke Umeda of Kanagawa (JP)
Shinsuke Kobayashi of Kanagawa (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18462197 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that includes various components to form and fix an image onto a recording material. It also includes rotating members to guide the recording material and a discharge unit to remove it from the apparatus.
- The image forming unit creates the image that needs to be printed onto the recording material.
- The fixing unit is responsible for securely attaching the image onto the recording material.
- The first rotating member comes into contact with the recording material and guides it during the printing process.
- The second rotating member comes into contact with the recording material further downstream and also guides it during printing.
- The first rotating member does not swing or move when it comes into contact with the recording material.
- The second rotating member, however, performs a swinging motion when it comes into contact with the recording material.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Printing and copying machines: This image forming apparatus can be used in various printing and copying machines to improve the printing process and ensure accurate image placement.
- Office equipment: The technology can be incorporated into office equipment such as multifunction printers to enhance their performance and reliability.
- Commercial printing: The image forming apparatus can be utilized in commercial printing presses to increase efficiency and produce high-quality prints.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Accurate image placement: The rotating members help guide the recording material, ensuring that the image is correctly positioned and aligned.
- Smooth printing process: The swinging motion of the second rotating member helps prevent any potential jams or disruptions during the printing process.
- Reliable image fixation: The fixing unit securely attaches the image onto the recording material, preventing any smudging or fading.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved printing quality: The accurate image placement and reliable fixation result in high-quality prints with sharp and clear images.
- Enhanced productivity: The smooth printing process and prevention of jams lead to increased productivity and reduced downtime.
- Reliable performance: The design of the rotating members ensures consistent and reliable operation, minimizing any potential issues or errors.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes an image forming unit, a fixing unit, first and second rotating members, and a discharge unit to discharge a recording material to an outside. The fixing unit fixes an image from the image forming unit onto the recording material. The first rotating member comes into contact with and guides the image bearing recording material, and is driven to rotate by conveyance of the recording material. The second rotating member comes into contact with the image bearing recording material more on a downstream side than the first rotating member in a conveyance direction of the recording material, guides the recording material, and is driven to rotate by conveyance of the recording material. The first rotating member does not perform swinging motion by coming into contact with the recording material, and the second rotating member performs swinging motion by coming into contact with the recording material.
