18669369. HEATING DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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HEATING DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Motoyasu Muramatsu of Shizuoka (JP)

HEATING DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18669369 titled 'HEATING DEVICE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

The abstract describes a heating device with an elongated heater, a power shut-off member, and various holding and regulating members to control the power supply and position of the components.

  • The device includes an elongated heater and a power shut-off member to regulate the power supply.
  • Holding members are used to secure the heater and power shut-off member in place.
  • An urging member presses the power shut-off member against the heater for efficient operation.
  • A regulation member controls the position of the holding member to ensure proper functioning.
  • The design allows for precise control and efficient heating in the device.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various heating devices such as space heaters, industrial furnaces, and heated blankets. - It can also be applied in automotive heating systems, medical devices, and food processing equipment.

Problems Solved: - Ensures safe and efficient heating operation by controlling the power supply and component positions. - Provides precise temperature regulation for different heating applications.

Benefits: - Improved safety and reliability in heating devices. - Energy efficiency due to precise power control. - Enhanced performance and longevity of the heating components.

Commercial Applications: - Heating device manufacturers can integrate this technology into their products to enhance performance and safety. - Industries relying on heating processes can benefit from the precise temperature control offered by this innovation.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the regulation member control the position of the holding member? 2. What are the potential energy savings associated with using this heating device technology?


Original Abstract Submitted

A heating device includes an elongated heater, a first holding member configured to hold the heater, a power shut-off member configured to shut off power supply to the heater, a second holding member configured to hold the power shut-off member, a first urging member configured to press the power shut-off member against the heater, and a regulation member configured to regulate a position of the second holding member, wherein, in a longitudinal direction of the heater, one end side of the second holding member is urged by the first urging member, and another end side of the second holding member is regulated in position by the regulation member.