18432244. PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jun Miyamoto of Mishima-shi (JP)
Masao Uyama of Mishima-shi (JP)
Kenji Matsuda of Numazu-shi (JP)
Ken Kikuchi of Mishima-shi (JP)
Jun Miyazaki of Numazu-shi (JP)
PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18432244 titled 'PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a photosensitive member cartridge for an image forming apparatus, including a frame, a photosensitive drum, a transfer member, a mounting portion for a developing cartridge, electrical contacts, and a memory.
- Frame: Provides structure for the cartridge.
- Photosensitive drum: Holds the image to be transferred.
- Transfer member: Transfers the image onto a sheet.
- Mounting portion: Allows for attachment of a developing cartridge.
- Electrical contacts: Connect various components for operation.
- Memory: Stores information for the cartridge.
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in photocopiers, laser printers, and other image forming devices.
Problems Solved
This technology allows for easy replacement of developing cartridges and efficient transfer of images onto sheets.
Benefits
The benefits include improved image quality, ease of maintenance, and cost-effectiveness.
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be applied in office equipment, printing services, and document management systems.
Possible Prior Art
Similar technologies may exist in the field of image forming apparatuses, such as interchangeable cartridges and electrical contact systems.
Unanswered Questions
How does the memory store and retrieve information?
The memory likely uses electronic storage methods to hold data about the cartridge and its usage.
What is the lifespan of the photosensitive drum?
The lifespan of the drum may vary depending on usage and maintenance practices.
Original Abstract Submitted
A photosensitive member cartridge detachably mountable to a main assembly of an image forming apparatus for forming an image, includes a frame; a photosensitive drum on which and which is provided in the frame; a transfer member for transferring an image formed on the drum onto the sheet; a mounting portion for detachably mounting a developing cartridge including a developer carrying member onto the drum and a memory for storing information; a first electrical contact provided on the frame and electrically connectable with a main assembly electrical contact provided in the main assembly when the cartridge is mounted to the main assembly; and a second electrical contact provided on the frame for electrically connecting the memory and the first electrical contact portion with each other when the developing cartridge is mounted to the mounting portion.
