18367258. 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 18367258 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that includes an image forming unit, an image reader, and a controller.
- The image forming unit is responsible for forming an image on a recording medium based on an image forming condition.
- The image reader is used to read an image on the recording medium for adjustment of the image forming condition.
- The controller controls the image forming unit and the image reader.
- The controller determines a target data based on the reading result of a first image included in the reading results of the images for adjustment.
- The controller adjusts the image forming condition during the execution of a job where multiple images are formed on multiple recording mediums, based on the target data and the reading result of a second image included in the reading results.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Printing industry: This image forming apparatus can be used in printers and copiers to ensure accurate and consistent image quality across multiple prints.
- Graphic design: Graphic designers can use this apparatus to adjust and fine-tune the image forming condition to achieve the desired output.
- Publishing: Publishers can benefit from this technology to maintain consistent image quality in large-scale printing operations.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Inconsistent image quality: By adjusting the image forming condition based on the reading results, this technology helps to ensure consistent and accurate image reproduction.
- Time and resource efficiency: The ability to adjust the image forming condition during the execution of a job eliminates the need for manual adjustments, saving time and resources.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved image quality: The ability to adjust the image forming condition based on reading results helps to achieve accurate and high-quality image reproduction.
- Time and cost savings: The automated adjustment process eliminates the need for manual adjustments, saving time and reducing operational costs.
- Consistency: By maintaining consistent image quality across multiple prints, this technology ensures a professional and uniform output.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus comprising: an image forming unit configured to form an image on a recording medium based on an image forming condition, an image reader configured to read an image for adjustment of the image forming condition, which is formed on the recording medium; and a controller configured to: control the image forming unit to form images for adjustment; control the image reader to read the images for adjustment; determine a target data based on a reading result of a first image included in reading results of the images for adjustment; and adjust the image forming condition, during execution of a job in which the image forming unit forms a plurality of images on a plurality of recording mediums, based on the target data and a reading result of second image included in the reading results of the images for adjustment.
