18736836. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS HAVING IMPROVED ACCESS TO DRIVE UNIT simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS HAVING IMPROVED ACCESS TO DRIVE UNIT
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TOMOHARU Kitajima of Ibaraki (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS HAVING IMPROVED ACCESS TO DRIVE UNIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18736836 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS HAVING IMPROVED ACCESS TO DRIVE UNIT
The abstract describes an image forming apparatus that includes various electric component units and boards to control the image forming unit.
- The first electric component unit pivots about a first pivot axis on one side, while the second electric component unit pivots about a second pivot axis on the other side.
- The second electric component board communicates with the first electric component board to control the image forming unit.
- When in closed states, the second electric component unit is positioned between the first electric component unit and the image forming unit in a front-back direction.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various printing and imaging devices to improve efficiency and control. - It can be applied in commercial printers, photocopiers, and other image forming equipment.
Problems Solved: - The apparatus provides precise control over the image forming process. - It allows for efficient operation and maintenance of the equipment.
Benefits: - Improved image quality and consistency. - Enhanced control and flexibility in image forming operations. - Increased reliability and longevity of the equipment.
Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized in the manufacturing of commercial printers, copiers, and other imaging devices. - It can benefit companies in the printing and imaging industry by improving the performance and reliability of their products.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the pivoting mechanism of the electric component units contribute to the functionality of the image forming apparatus? 2. What are the specific advantages of having separate electric component boards for controlling the image forming unit?
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus that forms an image on a recording material includes a frame body, an image forming unit, a first electric component unit, a first electric component board, a second electric component unit, and a second electric component board. The second electric component board communicates with the first electric component board and controls the image forming unit. The first electric component unit pivots about a first pivot axis positioned on a first side in a width direction. The second electric component unit pivots about a second pivot axis positioned on a second side in the width direction. When the first electric component unit and the second electric component unit are in closed states, the second electric component unit is positioned between the first electric component unit and the image forming unit in a front-back direction of the image forming apparatus.
