18522751. DEVELOPING DEVICE simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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DEVELOPING DEVICE
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DEVELOPING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18522751 titled 'DEVELOPING DEVICE
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes a developing device that can be mounted on an image forming apparatus. The device includes a main body, a fixing portion, a connecting portion, and a developing side electric contact.
- The fixing portion is attached to the image forming apparatus, with the main body and fixing portion positioned within it.
- An urging portion creates a moment on the fixing portion around the connecting portion when the main body is positioned but the fixing portion is not.
- When the developing device is pressed by the image forming apparatus, the main body rotates around the connecting portion, moving the developer carrying member from a separated position to a developing position.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Mountable developing device for image forming apparatus
- Main body, fixing portion, connecting portion, and developing side electric contact
- Moment generation on fixing portion for rotation
- Movement of developer carrying member from separated to developing position
Potential Applications:
The technology can be used in various image forming apparatus such as printers, copiers, and scanners.
Problems Solved:
The device allows for efficient development of images by smoothly moving the developer carrying member into the developing position.
Benefits:
- Improved image quality
- Enhanced efficiency in image development process
Commercial Applications:
This technology can be utilized in the manufacturing of printers, copiers, and other image forming devices, enhancing their performance and reliability in producing high-quality images.
Prior Art:
Readers can explore prior patents related to developing devices for image forming apparatus to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research:
Stay updated on the latest advancements in developing devices for image forming apparatus to incorporate cutting-edge features into future innovations.
Questions about Developing Device for Image Forming Apparatus:
1. How does the rotation of the main body contribute to the movement of the developer carrying member? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating this developing device into different types of image forming apparatus?
Original Abstract Submitted
A developing device mountable on an image forming apparatus includes a main body, a fixing portion, a connecting portion and a developing side electric contact. The fixing portion is fixed to the image forming apparatus in a state where the main body and the fixing portion are positioned in the image forming apparatus. An urging portion urges the fixing portion so as to generate a moment to the fixing portion about the connecting portion as the rotation center in a state where the main body portion is positioned but not the fixing portion is. When the developing device is pressed by a pressing portion of the image forming apparatus in a state where the fixing portion is fixed, the main body is rotated about the connecting portion as the rotation center so that the developer carrying member is moved from a separated position to a developing position.
