18659099. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
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Inventor(s)
HIROYUKI Takahashi of Chiba (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18659099 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that includes a transfer portion, a fixing unit, a conveyance belt for moving sheets, a driving portion for the belt, and a controller. The controller preheats the fixing unit and rotates the conveyance belt when the apparatus is in standby mode.
- The image forming apparatus includes a transfer portion, fixing unit, conveyance belt, driving portion, and controller.
- The controller preheats the fixing unit and rotates the conveyance belt in standby mode.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Efficient preheating of the fixing unit in standby mode.
- Controlled rotation of the conveyance belt during preheating.
Potential Applications:
This technology can be used in various printing and copying machines to improve efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
Problems Solved:
- Ensures the fixing unit is preheated and ready for operation.
- Reduces energy consumption during standby mode.
Benefits:
- Improved efficiency in image forming operations.
- Energy savings during standby mode.
Commercial Applications:
Potential commercial applications include office printers, photocopiers, and other image forming devices. This technology can help businesses save on energy costs and improve productivity.
Questions about Image Forming Apparatus:
1. How does the controller preheat the fixing unit in standby mode?
- The controller executes preheating by controlling the heating elements in the fixing unit to reach the desired temperature before starting an image forming operation.
2. What is the purpose of rotating the conveyance belt during preheating?
- Rotating the conveyance belt helps distribute heat evenly across the belt and ensures uniform heating of the sheets passing through the fixing unit.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes a transfer portion, a fixing unit, a conveyance belt configured to convey a sheet from the transfer portion toward the fixing unit, a driving portion configured to drive the conveyance belt, and a controller configured to control the driving portion. The controller is configured to, in a case of switching the image forming apparatus to a standby state in which the image forming apparatus is ready to start an image forming operation and stands by for input of an image forming job, execute preheating in which the fixing unit is preliminarily heated, and cause the driving portion to rotate the conveyance belt while the preheating is executed.
