Seiko epson corporation (20240109315). FIRST DRIVE UNIT, FIRST LIQUID EJECTING HEAD UNIT, AND LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 FIRST DRIVE UNIT, FIRST LIQUID EJECTING HEAD UNIT, AND LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 FIRST DRIVE UNIT, FIRST LIQUID EJECTING HEAD UNIT, AND LIQUID EJECTING 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
FIRST DRIVE UNIT, FIRST LIQUID EJECTING HEAD UNIT, AND LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hirokazu Yanagihara of Chino (JP)
FIRST DRIVE UNIT, FIRST LIQUID EJECTING HEAD UNIT, AND LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240109315 titled 'FIRST DRIVE UNIT, FIRST LIQUID EJECTING HEAD UNIT, AND LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system for cooling multiple liquid ejecting head units in a printing device using water cooling mechanisms. Here are the key points of the innovation:
- First drive unit with a first drive circuit generates a drive signal for a liquid ejecting head unit.
- A first thermal conductive material is in contact with the first drive circuit.
- A first water cooling mechanism is in contact with the thermal conductive material and causes liquid to flow, receiving and discharging liquid to neighboring drive units.
- Second and third drive units are provided with water cooling mechanisms for cooling adjacent liquid ejecting head units.
- The system allows for efficient cooling of multiple liquid ejecting head units in a printing device.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in industrial printing machines, 3D printers, and other devices that require cooling for multiple liquid ejecting head units.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of overheating in printing devices with multiple liquid ejecting head units, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of the equipment.
Benefits
- Improved cooling efficiency - Extended lifespan of liquid ejecting head units - Enhanced overall performance of the printing device
Potential Commercial Applications
"Water Cooling System for Multiple Liquid Ejecting Head Units in Printing Devices" can be used in commercial printing presses, large-scale 3D printers, and industrial manufacturing equipment.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of air cooling systems in printing devices with liquid ejecting head units. However, water cooling mechanisms offer more efficient cooling and better performance.
Unanswered Questions
How does the water cooling system impact the overall energy consumption of the printing device?
The article does not provide information on the energy efficiency of the water cooling system compared to other cooling methods.
Are there any maintenance requirements for the water cooling system?
The article does not mention any maintenance procedures or requirements for the water cooling system used in the printing device.
Original Abstract Submitted
a first drive unit configured to generate a first drive signal for driving a first liquid ejecting head unit, the first drive unit comprising: a first drive circuit that generates the first drive signal; a first thermal conductive material that is in contact with the first drive circuit; and a first water cooling mechanism that is in contact with the first thermal conductive material on an opposite side in relation to the first drive circuit and causes liquid to flow, wherein the first water cooling mechanism causes liquid sent from a second water cooling mechanism to flow, and discharges liquid to a third water cooling mechanism, the second water cooling mechanism is provided in a second drive unit configured to generate a second drive signal for driving a second liquid ejecting head unit located next to the first liquid ejecting head unit, and the third water cooling mechanism is provided in a third drive unit configured to generate a third drive signal for driving a third liquid ejecting head unit located next to the first liquid ejecting head unit on an opposite side in relation to the second liquid ejecting head unit.
