17872899. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Hideto Chino of Kanagawa (JP)

Chikara Imaizumi of Shizuoka (JP)

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17872899 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that includes an intermediate transfer member, first and second transfer members, and a control unit. The control unit has three states:

• In the first state, both the first and second transfer members are separated from the intermediate transfer member.
• In the second state, the first transfer member contacts the intermediate transfer member while the second transfer member remains separated.
• In the third state, both the first and second transfer members contact the intermediate transfer member.

The control unit controls the driving member to move the moving unit and switch between the states. When switching from the second state to the third state, the rotation speed of the driving member is lower than when switching from the first state to the second state.

Potential applications of this technology:

• Image forming apparatuses used in printing and copying machines.
• Industrial printing and labeling machines.

Problems solved by this technology:

• Ensures proper contact between the transfer members and the intermediate transfer member during the image forming process.
• Reduces the risk of damage to the intermediate transfer member.

Benefits of this technology:

• Improved image quality and accuracy.
• Increased durability and lifespan of the intermediate transfer member.
• Enhanced reliability and performance of the image forming apparatus.

Original Abstract Submitted

An image forming apparatus includes an intermediate transfer member, first and second transfer members, and a control unit. The control unit includes a first state where both the first and second transfer members are separated from the intermediate transfer member, a second state where the first transfer member contacts the intermediate transfer member and the second transfer member is separated from the intermediate transfer member, and a third state where both the first and second transfer members contact the intermediate transfer member. The control unit controls the driving member to move the moving unit, controls switch the first state to the second state and thereafter switch the second state to the third state. A rotation speed of the driving member when the second state is switched to the third state is lower than a rotation speed of the driving member when the first state is switched to the second state.