18435247. IMAGE-FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (SHARP 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 18435247 titled 'IMAGE-FORMING APPARATUS
The abstract describes an image-forming apparatus that includes a human detecting sensor, an operation acceptor, an image former, controllers, and power supply controllers. The controller determines if the operation acceptor accepted an operation other than a print execution instruction after returning from a sleep state to a standby state. If so, it causes the image former to execute a first preparatory action not involving motor driving. When the operation acceptor accepts the print execution instruction, the image former executes a second preparatory action involving motor driving before starting image formation.
- Human detecting sensor
- Operation acceptor
- Image former
- Controllers
- Power supply controllers
- Differentiates between print execution instruction and other operations
- Executes preparatory actions based on the accepted operation
- Enhances efficiency in image formation process
Potential Applications: - Printers - Photocopiers - Scanners
Problems Solved: - Efficient use of resources - Streamlined image formation process
Benefits: - Energy savings - Improved operational efficiency - Enhanced user experience
Commercial Applications: Title: "Efficient Image Formation Apparatus for Enhanced Productivity" This technology can be utilized in various commercial settings such as offices, printing shops, and educational institutions to improve workflow efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the apparatus differentiate between different types of operations? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this technology?
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Original Abstract Submitted
An image-forming apparatus includes a human detecting sensor, an operation acceptor, an image former, one or more controllers, and one or more power supply controllers, and the controller determines whether the operation acceptor accepted an operation other than a print execution instruction after a sleep state returned to a standby state, causes the image former to execute a predetermined first preparatory action not involving driving of a motor when the operation acceptor accepted the operation other than the print execution instruction, and then, when the operation acceptor accepted the operation of the print execution instruction, causes the image former to execute a predetermined second preparatory action involving driving of the motor and then start image formation.
