18602097. PRINTING DEVICE AND PRINTING METHOD simplified abstract (SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION)
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PRINTING DEVICE AND PRINTING METHOD
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Eishin Yoshikawa of Matsumoto (JP)
PRINTING DEVICE AND PRINTING METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18602097 titled 'PRINTING DEVICE AND PRINTING METHOD
Simplified Explanation: This patent application describes a printing device that can produce bendable printed material by acquiring bending information and executing different print modes based on that information.
- The printing device can produce bendable printed matter.
- It acquires bending information, including the region to be bent in a medium and the direction of the bending.
- It executes a first print mode and a second print mode based on the bending information.
- In the printing region, including the bending region, the coverage by dots of a liquid discharged during printing is adjusted based on the print mode.
Potential Applications: - Flexible electronic devices - Wearable technology - 3D printing - Packaging materials - Textile printing
Problems Solved: - Enhancing the flexibility of printed materials - Allowing for customized bending of printed objects - Improving the durability of printed products
Benefits: - Increased design flexibility - Enhanced functionality of printed materials - Improved user experience with bendable products
Commercial Applications: Title: Bendable Printing Technology for Innovative Products This technology can be used in industries such as consumer electronics, fashion, packaging, and manufacturing to create unique and flexible products that stand out in the market.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include research on flexible printing methods, bendable electronics, and advanced printing techniques for unconventional materials.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly exploring new materials and techniques to improve the bendability and durability of printed products. Stay updated on the latest advancements in flexible printing technology.
Questions about Bendable Printing Technology: 1. How does this technology impact the design possibilities in the consumer electronics industry?
- This technology enables the creation of more flexible and innovative electronic devices, leading to enhanced user experiences.
2. What are the environmental implications of using bendable printing technology in packaging materials?
- The use of bendable printing technology in packaging materials can potentially reduce waste and improve recyclability, making it a more sustainable option.
Original Abstract Submitted
A printing device can produce a bendable printed matter. The printing device acquires bending information including information of a bending region that is a region to be bent in a medium and information of the direction of the bending, and execute a first print mode in which printing is performed based on the bending information and a second print mode in which printing is performed differently from the first print mode. In a case of printing, in a printing region including the bending region of the medium, an image at least partially continuous in the direction of the bending, the coverage by dots of a liquid discharged to the bending region when printing the image in the first print mode is made lower than the coverage by dots of the liquid discharged to the bending region when printing the image in the second print mode.
