Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240109330). PRINTING APPARATUS simplified abstract
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PRINTING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hideaki Matsumura of Tokyo (JP)
Tsuyoshi Saeki of Kanagawa (JP)
Hiromasa Tsutsumi of Kanagawa (JP)
Taiji Maruyama of Kanagawa (JP)
PRINTING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240109330 titled 'PRINTING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The printing apparatus described in the patent application includes a liquid tank unit with two parallel liquid tanks, a printing head that ejects liquid from these tanks, and a supply tube unit with two supply tubes connecting the tanks to the printing head.
- The liquid tank unit consists of two liquid tanks arranged parallel to each other.
- The printing head ejects liquid from both tanks while moving in a main scanning direction.
- The supply tube unit includes a first supply tube connecting the first liquid tank to the printing head and a second supply tube coupled in parallel to the first supply tube connecting the second liquid tank to the printing head.
- The second supply tube transitions from a connected tube state to a single tube state by being separated from the first supply tube, passing across it, and connecting to a connection port of the second liquid tank.
Potential Applications
This technology could be used in various printing applications such as 3D printing, industrial printing, and large-scale printing projects.
Problems Solved
This innovation solves the problem of efficiently supplying liquid to a printing head from multiple tanks without causing interruptions or delays in the printing process.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved printing efficiency, reduced downtime for refilling liquid tanks, and enhanced overall printing quality.
Potential Commercial Applications
One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the manufacturing industry for printing intricate designs or patterns on products.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be similar printing apparatus with single liquid tanks and supply tubes, but not with the specific configuration described in this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing printing apparatus in terms of printing speed and accuracy?
This article does not provide a direct comparison between this technology and existing printing apparatus in terms of printing speed and accuracy. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the performance differences.
What are the maintenance requirements for this printing apparatus, and how do they compare to traditional printing systems?
The article does not address the maintenance requirements for this printing apparatus or how they compare to traditional printing systems. Understanding the maintenance needs of this technology is crucial for potential users to assess its long-term viability and cost-effectiveness.
Original Abstract Submitted
a printing apparatus includes a liquid tank unit, a printing head, and a supply tube unit. the liquid tank unit includes first and second liquid tanks that store liquid and are arranged in parallel to each other. the printing head ejects liquid from the first and second tanks while moving in a main scanning direction. the supply tube unit includes a first supply tube connecting the first liquid tank to the printing head and includes a second supply tube coupled in parallel to the first supply tube and connecting the second liquid tank to the printing head. the second supply tube transitions from a connected tube state in which the second and first supply tubes are coupled in parallel to a single tube state by being separated from the first supply tube, passes across the first supply tube, and is connected to a connection port of the second liquid tank.
