18606986. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
KENSUKE Umeda of Kanagawa (JP)
KAZUHIRO Funatani of Kanagawa (JP)
SHINSUKE Kobayashi of Kanagawa (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18606986 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
The image forming apparatus described in the patent application includes various components such as a rotatable photosensitive member, a charging member, a developing device, a transfer member, a brush, a driving source, and a control portion.
- The control portion manages the driving source to carry out both image forming processes, where image formation on the recording material occurs, and non-image-forming processes, where the photosensitive member rotates for other purposes.
- The non-image-forming process occurring between consecutive recording materials is categorized as either a first or second non-image-forming process.
- The control portion decides the timing of the second non-image-forming process based on historical data related to the usage of the photosensitive member and the timing of the first non-image-forming process.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be applied in various printing and copying machines to optimize the usage of the photosensitive member. - It can also be utilized in industrial printing processes where high-quality images are required.
Problems Solved: - Efficient management of the photosensitive member's usage. - Reduction of wear and tear on the components of the image forming apparatus.
Benefits: - Extended lifespan of the photosensitive member. - Improved overall performance and reliability of the image forming apparatus.
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Image Forming Apparatus for Printing Machines This technology can be commercially used in the manufacturing of printing machines for businesses, offices, and commercial printing services. It can help improve the efficiency and longevity of the machines, leading to cost savings and better quality prints.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to image forming apparatus, charging members, and developing devices to gain a deeper understanding of the technological advancements in this field.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest research in image forming technology, particularly focusing on advancements in photosensitive materials and control systems for printing devices.
Questions about Image Forming Apparatus: 1. How does the control portion determine the timing of the non-image-forming processes? The control portion uses historical data on photosensitive member usage to schedule the non-image-forming processes effectively.
2. What are the key components of the image forming apparatus and their roles in the image formation process? The image forming apparatus consists of a photosensitive member, charging member, developing device, transfer member, brush, driving source, and control portion, each playing a crucial role in the image formation process.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes a rotatable photosensitive member, a charging member, a developing device, a transfer member, a brush, a driving source and a control portion. The control portion controls the driving source to execute an image forming process, in which image formation on the recording material is executed, and a non-image-forming process, in which the photosensitive member is driven to rotate other than in the image forming process. The non-image-forming process between a first recording material and a second recording material, to which the image formation is executed following the first recording material, is defined as a first non-image-forming process, and the non-image-forming process between the second recording material and a third recording material is defined as a second non-image-forming process. The control portion determines a time of the second non-image-forming process based on history information correlating with a usage amount of the photosensitive member and a time of the first non-image-forming process.
