18465670. PRINTING APPARATUS simplified abstract (BROTHER KOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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PRINTING APPARATUS
Organization Name
BROTHER KOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Hiroaki Takahashi of Nagoya (JP)
Yoshimitsu Taniguchi of Tajimi (JP)
Yasuo Nishikawa of Nagoya (JP)
PRINTING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18465670 titled 'PRINTING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The printing apparatus described in the abstract includes a printing part with an installment part for a cartridge, and a processing unit with a processing part that moves while in contact with the printed medium to perform processing.
- The printing part of the apparatus is configured to print images on a print medium and move to an exchange position in a scanning direction.
- The processing unit moves while in contact with the print medium to perform processing, with at least a part of it positioned at a standby position shifted in the scanning direction with respect to the exchange position when the cartridge is installed or detached.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various industries such as printing, graphic design, and manufacturing where precise and efficient processing of printed materials is required.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of having a separate processing unit for printed materials by integrating it into the printing apparatus itself, reducing the need for additional equipment and streamlining the printing process.
Benefits
The integration of the processing unit into the printing apparatus saves space, reduces costs, and improves overall efficiency by eliminating the need for separate processing equipment.
Potential Commercial Applications
One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the production of high-quality printed materials such as posters, banners, and packaging where precise processing of the printed medium is essential for the final product.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art in this field may include similar printing apparatus with integrated processing units, although the specific design and functionality described in this patent application may offer unique advantages over existing technologies.
Unanswered Questions
How does the integration of the processing unit into the printing apparatus impact the overall performance and maintenance of the system?
The article does not provide detailed information on how the integration of the processing unit affects the performance and maintenance of the printing apparatus. Further research or testing may be needed to evaluate these aspects.
What are the potential limitations or drawbacks of integrating the processing unit into the printing apparatus?
The article does not discuss any potential limitations or drawbacks of integrating the processing unit into the printing apparatus. It would be important to consider any challenges or trade-offs associated with this integration for a comprehensive understanding of the technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A printing apparatus includes: a printing part having an installment part in which a cartridge usable for printing an image is installable, the printing part being configured to print the image on a print medium and configured to move to an exchange position in a scanning direction; and a processing unit having a processing part configured to move while making contact with the print medium, which has the image printed thereon by the printing part, to thereby perform a processing of the print medium, at least a part of the processing unit being positioned at a standby position which is shifted in the scanning direction with respect to the exchange position in a case that the cartridge is installed or detached with respect to the printing part.
