18545865. PRINTING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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PRINTING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

KENJI Kubozono of Tokyo (JP)

AKIRA Kuronuma of Tokyo (JP)

HIDEYA Tabeta of Kanagawa (JP)

PRINTING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18545865 titled 'PRINTING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

The abstract describes a printing apparatus that includes a liquid storage unit, a liquid amount detection unit, and a control unit.

  • Liquid storage unit stores liquid for the printhead to discharge during printing.
  • Liquid amount detection unit detects the amount of liquid in the storage unit.
  • Control unit notifies the amount of liquid detected when liquid filling starts.

Potential Applications: This technology can be used in various printing applications such as industrial printing, 3D printing, and commercial printing.

Problems Solved: This technology addresses the issue of accurately monitoring and notifying the liquid level in the storage unit during printing processes.

Benefits: The benefits of this technology include improved printing efficiency, reduced downtime due to liquid shortages, and enhanced overall print quality.

Commercial Applications: This technology can be utilized in commercial printing services, manufacturing industries, and prototyping businesses to streamline printing processes and improve productivity.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the liquid amount detection unit accurately measure the liquid level in the storage unit? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating this technology into existing printing systems?

Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly exploring new methods to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of liquid level detection in printing apparatus. Stay updated on the latest advancements in this field for improved printing performance.


Original Abstract Submitted

A printing apparatus includes a liquid storage unit that stores liquid to be supplied to a printhead, which performs printing by discharging the liquid, a liquid amount detection unit that detects an amount of the liquid stored in the liquid storage unit, and a control unit that performs control to, in response to a start of liquid filling into the liquid storage unit, provide notification of the amount of the liquid detected by the liquid amount detection unit.