18402156. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (KYOCERA Document Solutions Inc.)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
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KYOCERA Document Solutions Inc.
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18402156 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
The image forming apparatus described in the patent application includes an image bearing member, an intermediate transfer belt, a transfer roller, a drive roller, a driven roller, a meandering prevention pulley, and a meandering prevention belt.
- The meandering prevention pulley is positioned to face the end surface of the driven roller in the axial direction.
- The meandering prevention belt is located outside in the axial direction relative to the meandering prevention pulley and protrudes from the inner peripheral surface of the intermediate transfer belt.
- The meandering prevention pulley has a guide surface with a surface roughness (Ra) of 0.5 μm or more, facing the meandering prevention belt in the axial direction.
Potential Applications: - Printing industry for high-quality image reproduction. - Manufacturing sector for precise image transfer processes.
Problems Solved: - Prevents meandering of the intermediate transfer belt during image transfer. - Ensures accurate and consistent toner image reproduction.
Benefits: - Improved image quality and consistency. - Enhanced reliability and efficiency in image transfer processes.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Image Forming Technology for Enhanced Printing Processes This technology can be utilized in commercial printing presses, photocopiers, and digital printing machines to improve image quality and transfer accuracy, leading to higher customer satisfaction and increased productivity.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the meandering prevention pulley contribute to preventing belt meandering? 2. What are the key advantages of using a meandering prevention belt in image forming processes?
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is an image forming apparatus including: an image bearing member which is configured to bear a toner image; an intermediate transfer belt; a transfer roller; a drive roller; a driven roller; a meandering prevention pulley; and a meandering prevention belt. The meandering prevention pulley is arranged to face an end surface of the driven roller in an axial direction of the driven roller. The meandering prevention belt is arranged on an outside in the axial direction relative to the meandering prevention pulley, and protrudes from an inner peripheral surface of the intermediate transfer belt. The meandering prevention pulley has a guide surface which faces the meandering prevention belt in the axial direction, and which is formed to have a surface roughness (Ra) of 0.5 μm or more.
