18614878. LIQUID CONSUMPTION DEVICE simplified abstract (BROTHER KOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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LIQUID CONSUMPTION DEVICE

Organization Name

BROTHER KOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Yoshinori Osakabe of Seto-shi (JP)

LIQUID CONSUMPTION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18614878 titled 'LIQUID CONSUMPTION DEVICE

The abstract describes a patent application for a printer unit where ink is poured into a storage chamber from a tank inlet. The storage chamber connects to an air chamber, with an air tube linking the two and controlled by a valve. A movable cover can be in three positions, covering the inlet, exposing it, or in between. A valve mechanism opens the valve when the cover is closer to the first position, and closes it when the cover is between the third and second positions. A cap seals the storage chamber when the cover moves from the third to the first position.

  • Ink is poured into a storage chamber from a tank inlet.
  • The storage chamber communicates with an air chamber.
  • An air tube connects the air chamber and the outside of the tank, controlled by a valve.
  • A movable cover can be in three positions, covering the inlet, exposing it, or in between.
  • A valve mechanism opens and closes the valve based on the position of the cover.
  • A cap seals the storage chamber when the cover moves to the first position.

Potential Applications: - Printers and printing technology - Ink storage and distribution systems

Problems Solved: - Efficient ink pouring and storage - Controlled air flow in the system

Benefits: - Prevents ink spillage - Ensures proper ink distribution - Improves overall printing process efficiency

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Ink Storage System for Printers This technology can be used in various types of printers, from home printers to industrial printing presses. It can also be applied in ink cartridge manufacturing processes to improve ink filling efficiency.

Questions about Ink Storage System: 1. How does this technology improve ink pouring accuracy? This technology ensures precise control over ink distribution, reducing the risk of spillage and waste.

2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of implementing this ink storage system? By preventing ink wastage and ensuring efficient ink distribution, this system can lead to cost savings in the long run.


Original Abstract Submitted

In a printer unit, ink is poured into a storage chamber from an inlet of a tank. The storage chamber communicates with an air chamber. An air tube connects the air chamber and the outside of the tank and is opened and closed by a valve. A cover is movable to a first position in which the inlet is covered and a second position in which the inlet is exposable via a third position being a position between the first position and the second position. A valve opening/closing mechanism opens a valve when the cover is located on a side closer to the first position than the third position, and closes the valve when the cover is located between the third position and the second position. When the cover moves from the third position to the first position, a cap fits over the inlet to seal the storage chamber.

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