18590034. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON 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 18590034 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that prioritizes accuracy during operation.
- The apparatus includes an image forming unit, registration roller pair, upstream roller pair, detection unit, driving device, and control unit.
- In accuracy priority mode, the time from the start of rotation of the registration roller pair to the detection of a sheet's leading edge is measured.
- The time from the detection of the leading edge to reaching a conveyance speed is also monitored.
- The third time (start of rotation to detection of leading edge) is longer than the first time, while the fourth time (detection of leading edge to reach of conveyance speed) is shorter than the second time.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in high-precision printing applications where accurate registration of images is crucial. - It can also be applied in industries requiring precise document handling and processing.
Problems Solved: - Ensures accurate alignment and registration of sheets during the printing process. - Improves overall print quality by minimizing misalignments and errors.
Benefits: - Enhanced image quality and alignment precision. - Increased efficiency in printing processes. - Reduction in waste due to misaligned prints.
Commercial Applications: Title: Precision Image Printing Technology for Enhanced Quality Control This technology can be utilized in commercial printing services, packaging industries, and document processing companies to improve the accuracy and quality of printed materials.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the accuracy priority mode in the image forming apparatus improve printing quality? 2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits for businesses implementing this technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes an image forming unit, a registration roller pair, an upstream roller pair, a detection unit, a driving device, a control unit. During execution of the accuracy priority mode, when a time from start of a rotation of the registration roller pair to detection of a leading edge of a sheet by the detection unit is a first time, a time from the detection of the leading edge to reach of a conveyance speed to the second speed is a second time, and, when a time from the start of the rotation to the detection of the leading edge is a third time, the time from the detection of the leading edge to the reach of the conveyance speed to the second speed is a fourth time, the third time is longer than the first time and the fourth time is shorter than the second time.
