18092628. SHEET FEEDER APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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SHEET FEEDER APPARATUS
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Inventor(s)
Koichi Matsumura of Moriya-shi (JP)
Satoshi Okuma of Toride-shi (JP)
SHEET FEEDER APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18092628 titled 'SHEET FEEDER APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The sheet feeder apparatus described in this patent application includes several components and features:
- Width detector: This apparatus has a width detector that can determine the width of a sheet placed on a sheet placement portion.
- Conveyor: The apparatus includes a conveyor system that can convey sheets while separating them one by one.
- First and second detectors: There are two detectors in this apparatus. The first detector can detect sheets with a specific width at multiple positions, while the second detector can detect sheets with a different width that the first detector cannot detect.
- Controller: The apparatus is equipped with a controller that can determine the skewing (misalignment) of a sheet based on the detection results. If the sheet has the first width, the controller uses the results from the first detector. If the sheet has the second width, the controller uses the results from the second detector.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Printing industry: This sheet feeder apparatus can be used in printing machines to accurately feed sheets of different widths, ensuring proper alignment during the printing process.
- Packaging industry: Packaging machines can benefit from this technology by efficiently handling sheets of various widths, reducing errors and improving productivity.
- Paper processing: Companies involved in paper processing, such as cutting or folding, can use this apparatus to handle sheets of different sizes and prevent misalignment issues.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Skewing detection: The apparatus solves the problem of detecting skewing (misalignment) of sheets during the feeding process, which is crucial for accurate printing, packaging, or paper processing.
- Different width detection: The first and second detectors address the challenge of detecting sheets with different widths, ensuring that the appropriate detection method is used for each sheet.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved accuracy: By detecting and addressing skewing issues, this apparatus ensures that sheets are properly aligned, leading to higher quality printing, packaging, or paper processing.
- Increased efficiency: The conveyor system and detectors allow for the efficient separation and handling of sheets, reducing the risk of jams or errors in the feeding process.
- Versatility: The ability to handle sheets of different widths makes this apparatus suitable for a wide range of applications in various industries.
Original Abstract Submitted
A sheet feeder apparatus includes a width detector for a sheet placed on a sheet placement portion, a conveyor for conveying sheets while separating the sheets one by one, a first detector for detecting a sheet having a first width at a plurality of first positions, a second detector for detecting a sheet having a second width that is not detected by the first sheet detector at a plurality of second positions, and a controller for determining skewing of a sheet based on a result of the detection of the sheet performed by the first detector if the width of the sheet is the first width, and determining skewing of a sheet based on a result of the detection performed by the second detector if the width of the sheet is the second width.
