Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240126205). IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
TAKEHIRO Ishidate of Tokyo (JP)
RYOICHI Kawasumi of Ibaraki (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240126205 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an image forming apparatus with a photoreceptor, an exposure unit, and a cooling unit. The exposure unit includes light emitting elements mounted on a substrate, while the cooling unit blows air onto the substrate to cool it.
- The exposure unit of the image forming apparatus includes a substrate with light emitting elements mounted on one surface.
- The cooling unit has an intake port that sucks air from outside the apparatus and blows it onto the substrate to cool it.
Potential Applications
The technology described in this patent application could be applied in various printing and copying machines to improve their performance and longevity.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in preventing overheating of the exposure unit, which can lead to malfunctions and reduced lifespan of the image forming apparatus.
Benefits
The cooling unit ensures that the substrate of the exposure unit remains at an optimal temperature, leading to better image quality and increased efficiency of the apparatus.
Potential Commercial Applications
This cooling technology could be utilized in commercial printers, copiers, and multifunction devices to enhance their reliability and overall performance.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be cooling systems used in electronic devices to prevent overheating and ensure optimal functioning.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing cooling systems in image forming apparatuses?
This technology seems to be more focused on cooling the substrate of the exposure unit specifically, which could be a unique feature compared to traditional cooling methods used in similar devices.
What impact does the cooling unit have on the overall energy consumption of the image forming apparatus?
The patent application does not provide information on the energy efficiency of the cooling unit and its potential impact on the overall energy consumption of the apparatus.
Original Abstract Submitted
an image forming apparatus having front and rear surfaces, a photoreceptor having a rotation axis extending in a first direction, an exposure unit, and a cooling unit. the exposure unit includes a substrate having a longitudinal axis extending in the first direction, a first surface and a second surface. a plurality of light emitting elements that emit light toward the photoreceptor are mounted on the first surface of the substrate. the cooling unit includes an intake port that sucks air from outside of the image forming apparatus the intake port is disposed at an intake port distance in the first direction to the rear surface. the intake port distance is shorter than a distance in the first direction of a center of the substrate to the rear surface. the cooling unit cools the substrate by blowing air sucked by the intake port onto the second surface of the substrate.
