18226115. IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
DAISUKE Katayama of Chiba (JP)
TOSHIYUKI Yamada of Tokyo (JP)
KYOHEI Kikuchi of Ibaraki (JP)
IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18226115 titled 'IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an image forming system that includes an image forming apparatus, a varnish applying apparatus, and a controller. The system is capable of forming a toner image and a varnish image on a recording material based on inputted image data.
- The toner image formed by the image forming apparatus is referred to as the first toner image.
- The varnish image formed by the varnish applying apparatus is referred to as the varnish image.
- If the varnish image is formed in a non-image region where the first toner image is not formed, the system first forms a second toner image using monochromatic toner in the portion of the non-image region where the varnish image is to be formed.
Potential Applications:
- Printing industry: This technology can be used in printing applications where a varnish image is desired on specific areas of a printed material, enhancing its visual appeal or providing additional protection.
- Packaging industry: The system can be utilized in packaging production to create varnish images on specific areas of packaging materials, adding a glossy or textured finish to attract consumers.
Problems Solved:
- Efficient varnish image formation: By utilizing the non-image region to form a second toner image before applying the varnish image, the system ensures efficient use of resources and reduces waste.
- Enhanced visual appeal: The ability to apply varnish images on specific areas allows for the creation of visually appealing prints with glossy or textured finishes.
Benefits:
- Resource optimization: The system optimizes the use of toner and varnish by only applying them where necessary, reducing material waste and cost.
- Versatile image customization: The ability to form both toner and varnish images on specific areas provides flexibility in creating customized prints with different visual effects.
- Improved print quality: The addition of varnish images enhances the overall print quality by adding a glossy or textured finish, making the prints more visually appealing.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming system includes an image forming apparatus, a varnish applying apparatus, and a controller. A toner image formed on a recording material by the image forming apparatus on the basis of inputted first image data is a first toner image, and an image formed on the recording material by the varnish applying apparatus on the basis of inputted second image data is a varnish image. In a case that the varnish image is formed in a non-image region where the first toner image is not formed, before the varnish image is formed, a second toner image is formed with monochromatic toner by the image forming apparatus on a portion of the non-image region where the varnish image is formed.
