18591850. IMAGE FORMING METHOD AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM simplified abstract (Konica Minolta, Inc.)
IMAGE FORMING METHOD AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kazumi Oura of Sagamihara-shi (JP)
Hiroshi Nagasawa of Tokyo (JP)
Masaharu Matsubara of Tokyo (JP)
IMAGE FORMING METHOD AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18591850 titled 'IMAGE FORMING METHOD AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
The patent application describes an image forming method that involves developing a latent image on a photoreceptor with an electrostatic charge image developing toner, transferring the toner image onto a transfer target, and removing any remaining toner on the photoreceptor.
- The support material for the photoreceptor contains silicon in a specific range by mass, along with aluminum as the main component.
- The shape factor of the toner particles in the developing toner falls within a certain range.
- The content of toner particles with a diameter of 2 μm or less is within a specific range by number.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various printing and copying devices that utilize electrostatic charge image developing toners. - It may find applications in industries requiring high-quality image reproduction, such as graphic design and photography.
Problems Solved: - The method ensures efficient transfer of toner images onto transfer targets without leaving residue on the photoreceptor. - It helps maintain the quality and clarity of printed images by effectively removing any excess toner.
Benefits: - Improved image quality and resolution in printing and copying processes. - Enhanced durability and longevity of photoreceptors and other components in image forming devices.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Image Forming Method for High-Quality Printing This technology can be utilized in commercial printing services, office printers, and photocopiers to enhance image reproduction quality and efficiency.
Questions about Image Forming Method: 1. How does the presence of silicon in the support material affect the performance of the photoreceptor? 2. What are the advantages of having a specific shape factor for the toner particles in the developing toner?
Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed is an image forming method including: developing, with an electrostatic charge image developing toner, a latent image formed on a photoreceptor in which a photosensitive layer is formed on a support containing aluminum as a main component; transferring a toner image on the photoreceptor onto a transfer target; and rubbing and removing the electrostatic charge image developing toner remaining on the photoreceptor after the transferring. The support contains silicon in a range of more than 0.6% by mass and 12.6% by mass or less, a shape factor of toner particles included in the electrostatic charge image developing toner is in a range of 0.800 to 0.970, and a content of the toner particles having a particle diameter of 2 μm or less is in a range of 5% by number to 30% by number.