18599417. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Tomio Noguchi of Shizuoka (JP)
Kenji Matsuzaka of Kanagawa (JP)
Takao Sameshima of Kanagawa (JP)
Akitoshi Toyota of Kanagawa (JP)
Yuichiro Inaba of Kanagawa (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18599417 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation: The image forming apparatus described in the patent application includes a developer container with a replenishment port for adding developer from a separate container. The developer image is transferred onto a recording material by a transfer portion, which is then discharged onto a supporting tray. The supporting tray has an opening that exposes the replenishment port, and an opening/closing member can cover or uncover the port.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Developer container with a replenishment port for easy refilling.
- Transfer portion for transferring developer image onto recording material.
- Supporting tray for holding the recording material.
- Opening/closing member to cover or uncover the replenishment port.
- Movement of the opening/closing member is hindered by the replenishment container when attached.
Potential Applications: This technology can be used in various image forming devices such as printers, copiers, and scanners.
Problems Solved: This technology addresses the need for easy replenishment of developer in image forming devices.
Benefits:
- Simplifies the process of refilling developer in image forming devices.
- Ensures a smooth transfer of developer image onto recording material.
- Provides a convenient way to discharge the recording material.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in the manufacturing of image forming devices for commercial use, improving efficiency and user experience.
Prior Art: Readers interested in prior art related to this technology can start by researching patents in the field of image forming devices and developer containers.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in image forming technology and developer container design to enhance the efficiency and performance of image forming devices.
Questions about Image Forming Apparatus: 1. How does the replenishment port in the developer container improve the functionality of the image forming apparatus? 2. What are the potential implications of hindering the movement of the opening/closing member by the replenishment container?
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes a developer container having an accommodating portion to accommodate developer, and a replenishment port for replenishing the accommodating portion with developer from an attachable replenishment container. A transfer portion transfers the developer image on an image bearing member onto a recording material, a supporting tray supports the recording material, and a discharge portion discharges the recording material on the supporting surface. The supporting tray has an opening portion opening with the replenishment port being exposed through the supporting surface, wherein an opening/closing member is movable between a closed position where it covers the replenishment port and serves as a part of the supporting surface and an open position where the replenishment port is exposed. Movement of the opening/closing member to the closed position is hindered by the replenishment container in a state it is attached to the developer container.
