Seiko epson corporation (20240326485). PRINTING APPARATUS simplified abstract
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PRINTING APPARATUS
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Masahiro Kawajiri of SHIOJIRI-SHI (JP)
PRINTING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240326485 titled 'PRINTING APPARATUS
The abstract of the patent application describes a printing apparatus that includes a transport roller pair, an arm unit, a lower surface guide, an upper surface guide, and an upper surface guide pivoting shaft.
- The transport roller pair transports a printing medium in a specific direction.
- The arm unit supports the driven roller.
- The lower surface guide supports the printing medium from below.
- The upper surface guide forms a transport path for the printing medium between itself and the lower surface guide.
- The upper surface guide pivoting shaft allows the upper surface guide to pivot away from the lower surface guide.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various printing devices such as printers, copiers, and plotters. - It can improve the efficiency and accuracy of printing processes by ensuring proper alignment and support of the printing medium.
Problems Solved: - Ensures smooth transportation of the printing medium. - Prevents misalignment or damage to the printing medium during the printing process.
Benefits: - Enhanced printing quality and accuracy. - Increased reliability and durability of printing apparatus. - Improved user experience with smoother printing operations.
Commercial Applications: - This technology can be implemented in commercial printing services, office printers, and industrial printing machines. - It can benefit companies involved in printing and publishing by improving the overall printing process.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the pivoting shaft of the upper surface guide contribute to the functionality of the printing apparatus?
The pivoting shaft allows the upper surface guide to pivot away from the lower surface guide, providing easy access for maintenance and adjustments.
2. What are the key advantages of using a transport roller pair in a printing apparatus?
The transport roller pair ensures consistent and reliable transportation of the printing medium, leading to improved printing quality and efficiency.
Original Abstract Submitted
a printing apparatus includes a transport roller pair configured to transport a printing medium in a transport direction, an arm unit being configured to support the driven roller, a lower surface guide being configured to support the printing medium from below, an upper surface guide disposed at a position facing the lower surface guide and spaced apart from the lower surface guide, the upper surface guide being configured to form, between the upper surface guide and the lower surface guide, a transport path of the printing medium, and an upper surface guide pivoting shaft configured to pivotably support the upper surface guide, wherein an end portion of the upper surface guide located downstream in the transport direction is located below the arm unit, and the upper surface guide is configured to pivot in a direction away from the lower surface guide.
