18357233. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp.)

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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Organization Name

FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp.

Inventor(s)

Yuta Shimatate of Kanagawa (JP)

Shunsuke Yamasaki of Kanagawa (JP)

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18357233 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

The patent application describes an image forming apparatus with a unique cooling system for the developing device.

  • The developing device is housed in a container with a rotating transport member for the developer.
  • Bearing units support the shaft of the transport member and are cooled by a ventilator passing air through a channel space.
  • A thermal conductor transfers heat from the bearing units to the ventilator, ensuring efficient cooling of the developing device.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various types of image forming apparatus such as printers, copiers, and scanners. - It can improve the performance and longevity of developing devices in these machines.

Problems Solved: - Addresses the issue of overheating in developing devices which can lead to malfunctions and reduced lifespan. - Ensures consistent and efficient cooling to maintain optimal performance.

Benefits: - Extended lifespan of developing devices. - Improved overall performance of image forming apparatus. - Reduced maintenance and repair costs.

Commercial Applications: - This technology can be valuable for manufacturers of image forming apparatus looking to enhance the reliability and efficiency of their products. - It can also benefit businesses and individuals using these machines by providing more reliable and durable printing solutions.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the cooling system in this image forming apparatus compare to traditional cooling methods? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this innovative cooling system in image forming devices?


Original Abstract Submitted

An image forming apparatus includes a housing, a developing device disposed in the housing and including a container that contains a developer, a transport member that rotates to transport the developer in the container, and bearing units that bear a shaft of the transport member, a ventilator disposed in the housing to pass by at least a rear end of the developing device in a longitudinal direction of the developing device and having a channel space through which air outside the housing flows in and is then discharged out of the housing, and a thermal conductor that is provided to the ventilator and transfers heat of the bearing unit at least at the rear end of the developing device to at least the ventilator by being in contact with a part of the bearing unit.

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