18585420. INK REFILL CONTAINER, INK REFILL SYSTEM, AND INK REFILL ADAPTER simplified abstract (SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION)

INK REFILL CONTAINER, INK REFILL SYSTEM, AND INK REFILL ADAPTER

Organization Name

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Tadahiro Mizutani of Shiojiri-shi (JP)

Ryoichi Tanaka of Shiojiri-shi (JP)

Manabu Akahane of Tatsuno-machi (JP)

Makoto Kobayashi of Shiojiri-shi (JP)

Naomi Kimura of Okaya-shi (JP)

Hideki Okumura of Shiojiri-shi (JP)

Shoma Kudo of Shiojiri-shi (JP)

Tetsuya Takamoto of Matsumoto-shi (JP)

Hiroaki Sakai of Shiojiri-shi (JP)

INK REFILL CONTAINER, INK REFILL SYSTEM, AND INK REFILL ADAPTER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18585420 titled 'INK REFILL CONTAINER, INK REFILL SYSTEM, AND INK REFILL ADAPTER

The ink refill container described in the patent application consists of a main body with an ink storage chamber, an ink outlet-forming portion at one end to allow ink flow, and a valve in the outlet to seal it when necessary. The positioning portion on the outer side of the outlet helps position the valve relative to an ink tank during refilling.

• The ink refill container has an ink storage chamber for holding ink.
• An ink outlet-forming portion is located at one end of the container main body to allow ink to flow out.
• A valve in the outlet can open and seal the ink outlet as needed.
• The positioning portion on the outer side of the outlet helps position the valve relative to an ink tank during refilling.

Potential Applications: - Refillable ink cartridges for printers - Ink refills for pens and markers - Industrial ink dispensing systems

Problems Solved: - Prevents ink spills during refilling - Ensures proper positioning of the valve for efficient ink transfer - Reduces waste by allowing for easy refilling of ink tanks

Benefits: - Cost-effective ink refilling solution - Environmentally friendly by reducing plastic waste from disposable cartridges - Convenient and easy to use for consumers

Commercial Applications: Title: "Efficient Ink Refill Containers for Printing and Writing Devices" This technology can be used in the manufacturing of ink cartridges for printers, pens, and markers, catering to both consumer and industrial markets. The efficiency and ease of use of these refill containers can appeal to a wide range of customers looking for sustainable ink solutions.

Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or publications on ink refill systems, valve mechanisms in ink containers, and ink storage solutions in printing devices.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in ink storage technology, valve mechanisms, and sustainable ink solutions to enhance the efficiency and eco-friendliness of ink refill containers.

Questions about Ink Refill Containers: 1. How does the positioning portion in the ink outlet-forming portion contribute to the efficiency of ink refilling? 2. What are the potential environmental benefits of using refillable ink containers compared to disposable cartridges?

Original Abstract Submitted

An ink refill container includes a container main body including an ink storage chamber, an ink outlet-forming portion provided on an end portion of the container main body forming an ink outlet that allows the ink to flow out from the ink storage chamber, and a valve provided in the ink outlet-forming portion configured to openably seal the ink outlet, in which the ink outlet-forming portion includes a positioning portion on an outer side of the ink outlet-forming portion. in which the positioning portion is closer to the container main body than the valve is to the container main body in a central axis direction of the ink outlet, and in which the positioning portion partially abuts against an ink tank when the valve is opened for refilling the ink to the ink tank, to thereby position the valve relative to the ink tank.