Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240134304). FIXING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 FIXING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 FIXING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - 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
FIXING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
YUSUKE Nakazono of Kanagawa (JP)
FIXING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240134304 titled 'FIXING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a fixing apparatus used for heating and fixing a toner image on a recording material. The apparatus includes a first rotation member, an elongated heater with a heat generating member and a substrate, a temperature sensing unit, a heater holder, a second rotation member forming a nip portion with the heater, a reservoir unit for storing grease, and an elastic member enclosing the temperature sensing unit.
- First rotation member
- Elongated heater with heat generating member and substrate
- Temperature sensing unit
- Heater holder
- Second rotation member forming nip portion
- Reservoir unit for storing grease
- Elastic member enclosing temperature sensing unit
Potential Applications
The fixing apparatus can be used in printers, copiers, and other imaging devices to ensure high-quality and durable prints.
Problems Solved
The fixing apparatus solves the problem of toner images not adhering properly to recording materials, resulting in smudged or faded prints.
Benefits
The apparatus provides consistent and reliable heating and fixing of toner images, resulting in professional-looking prints with sharp and clear images.
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be applied in commercial printing services, office equipment manufacturing, and any industry that requires high-quality printing.
Possible Prior Art
Prior fixing apparatus designs may not have included all the features of the current invention, such as the specific configuration of the heater and the temperature sensing unit.
Unanswered Questions
How does the apparatus handle different types of recording materials, such as glossy paper or cardstock?
The patent application does not specify how the fixing apparatus adjusts to different types of recording materials to ensure proper heating and fixing of toner images.
What is the expected lifespan of the various components of the fixing apparatus, and how easy is it to replace them when necessary?
The patent application does not provide information on the durability of the components or the ease of replacement, which could impact the maintenance and longevity of the apparatus.
Original Abstract Submitted
a fixing apparatus is used that has: a first rotation member; an elongated heater disposed in an internal space of the first rotation member, and having a heat generating member and a substrate on which the heat generating member is provided; a temperature sensing unit that detects a temperature of the heater; a heater holder that holds the heater; a second rotation member that forms a nip portion with the heater, across the first rotation member; a reservoir unit that stores grease that is supplied between the first rotation member and the heater; and an elastic member that encloses the temperature sensing unit, such that a toner image formed on a recording material is heated and fixed at the nip portion.
