Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240205343). IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM simplified abstract
IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
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Inventor(s)
TOMOHITO Nakagawa of Chiba (JP)
YUKIHIRO Soeta of Kanagawa (JP)
IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240205343 titled 'IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
The image reading apparatus described in the abstract includes a conveyance unit, a casing, a reading unit, a support shaft, a first cable, and a second cable. The reading unit has a reading sensor to read images of sheets passing through a transparent member. The support shaft allows the reading unit to move in a direction perpendicular to its length. The first cable is connected to a first connecting portion in the reading unit, while the second cable is connected to a second connecting portion in the reading unit.
- Reading unit with a reading sensor for image reading
- Support shaft for moving the reading unit in a perpendicular direction
- First and second cables connected to the reading unit for support
Potential Applications: - Document scanning devices - Image processing systems - Printing machines
Problems Solved: - Efficient image reading of documents - Precise scanning of images - Smooth conveyance of sheets
Benefits: - Improved image quality - Enhanced scanning accuracy - Reliable document processing
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Image Reading Technology for Document Scanners This technology can be used in commercial document scanning services, image processing software development, and printing machine manufacturing industries. It can improve the efficiency and accuracy of document scanning processes, leading to higher productivity and customer satisfaction.
Questions about Image Reading Apparatus: 1. How does the support shaft contribute to the functionality of the reading unit? The support shaft allows the reading unit to move in a direction perpendicular to its length, enabling precise scanning of images.
2. What are the potential applications of this image reading apparatus beyond document scanning? This technology can also be used in image processing systems for various industries, such as healthcare, engineering, and design.
Original Abstract Submitted
an image reading apparatus includes a conveyance unit, a casing, a reading unit, a support shaft, a first cable, and a second cable. the reading unit includes a reading sensor configured to read an image of the sheet conveyed in the conveyance path through the transparent member. the support shaft supports the reading unit in a manner of moving in a moving direction orthogonal to a longitudinal direction of the reading unit. the first cable is connected to a first connecting portion disposed in the reading unit, the first cable being held by the reading unit on one side in the longitudinal direction with respect to the support shaft. the second cable is connected to a second connecting portion disposed in the reading unit, the second cable being held by the reading unit on the other side in the longitudinal direction with respect to the support shaft.