17979997. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17979997 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an image forming apparatus that includes various components such as an image forming unit, a casing, a sheet discharge unit, a sheet supporting portion, an operation unit, a supporting unit, and a regulating portion.
- The supporting unit is designed to support the operation unit in a way that when the display surface is tilted, the lower end of the operation unit remains below a certain virtual straight line.
- The regulating portion is positioned between the operation unit and the sheet supporting portion in the vertical direction.
- The regulating portion overlaps with the operation unit and the supporting surface in a width direction and intersects with the aforementioned virtual straight line.
- The main function of the regulating portion is to control the upward movement of a recording material that is discharged by the sheet discharge unit and is inclined.
Potential applications of this technology:
- This image forming apparatus can be used in various printing or copying machines where precise control of the discharged recording material is required.
- It can be utilized in industries that rely on accurate positioning and alignment of printed materials, such as graphic design, packaging, and manufacturing.
Problems solved by this technology:
- The regulating portion helps prevent the recording material from moving upwards at an angle, ensuring that it remains in the desired position.
- It addresses the issue of potential misalignment or displacement of printed materials during the printing or copying process.
Benefits of this technology:
- The apparatus provides improved accuracy and stability in the positioning of printed materials.
- It helps reduce errors and waste by minimizing the chances of misalignment or displacement.
- The regulating portion ensures consistent and reliable output, leading to higher quality prints.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes an image forming unit, a casing, a sheet discharge unit, a sheet supporting portion, an operation unit, a supporting unit, and a regulating portion. The supporting unit supports the operation unit such that, when the display surface is tilted with respect to a horizontal direction, an end on a lower side of the operation unit is positioned below a second virtual straight line. The regulating portion is disposed between the operation unit and the sheet supporting portion in the vertical direction. The regulating portion is disposed such that at least a part of the regulating portion overlaps the operation unit and the supporting surface in a width direction. The regulating portion is disposed to intersect with the second virtual straight line. The regulating portion is configured to regulate an obliquely upward movement of a recording material discharged by the sheet discharge unit.
