Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240174005). RECORDING APPARATUS simplified abstract
RECORDING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
WAICHIRO Saiki of Kanagawa (JP)
TOMOYUKI Nagase of Kanagawa (JP)
TOSHIRO Sugiyama of Kanagawa (JP)
TOSHINOBU Tokita of Kanagawa (JP)
RECORDING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240174005 titled 'RECORDING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The recording apparatus described in the patent application includes a recording head, conveyance unit, housing, and first and second heating units. The recording head discharges liquid onto a recording medium in a recording region as it is conveyed in a first direction by the conveyance unit. The housing has an opening in a side surface, with the first heating unit located upstream of the recording head and the second heating unit located downstream outside the housing.
- Recording head performs recording by discharging liquid onto recording medium.
- First heating unit blows air in the recording region.
- Second heating unit blows warm air to the recording medium.
- Second fan suctions air from an air suction unit facing the recording medium.
Potential Applications
This technology could be used in various printing and recording devices to improve the efficiency and quality of the recording process.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in maintaining optimal temperature conditions during the recording process, preventing any potential damage to the recording medium.
Benefits
The use of heating units and fans ensures a stable and controlled environment for recording, leading to better results and increased reliability.
Potential Commercial Applications
This technology could be applied in industries such as printing, packaging, and labeling where precise and high-quality recording is essential for the final product.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of heating elements in printing devices to control the temperature during the printing process.
Unanswered Questions
How does the recording apparatus handle different types of recording media with varying thicknesses and materials?
The patent application does not provide specific details on how the recording apparatus adjusts to different types of recording media. Further information on this aspect would be beneficial for understanding the versatility of the technology.
What is the energy consumption of the recording apparatus and how does it compare to traditional recording devices?
The patent application does not mention the energy consumption of the recording apparatus or provide a comparison with traditional devices. Understanding the energy efficiency of the technology would be crucial for assessing its overall impact and cost-effectiveness.
Original Abstract Submitted
a recording apparatus includes a recording head, a conveyance unit, a housing, and first and second heating units. the recording head performs recording in a recording region by discharging liquid onto a recording medium conveyed in a first direction by the conveyance unit. the housing has an opening in a side surface of the housing. the first heating unit is arranged upstream of the recording head in the first direction in the housing, includes a first heater and a first fan, and blows air in the recording region. the second heating unit is arranged downstream of the recording head in the first direction outside the housing, includes a second heater and a second fan, and blows warm air to the recording medium. the second fan suctions air from an air suction unit that faces the recording medium and is arranged below the side surface opening in a gravitational direction.