Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240176285). PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE simplified abstract

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PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE

Organization Name

canon kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

Jun Miyamoto of Mishima-shi (JP)

Masao Uyama of Mishima-shi (JP)

Kenji Matsuda of Numazu-shi (JP)

Ken Kikuchi of Mishima-shi (JP)

Jun Miyazaki of Numazu-shi (JP)

PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240176285 titled 'PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER CARTRIDGE AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a photosensitive member cartridge detachably mountable to an image forming apparatus, including a frame, photosensitive drum, transfer member, mounting portion, memory, and electrical contacts.

  • Frame: Provides structure and support for the components of the cartridge.
  • Photosensitive drum: Holds the image to be transferred onto a sheet.
  • Transfer member: Transfers the image from the drum onto the sheet.
  • Mounting portion: Allows for the attachment of a developing cartridge onto the drum.
  • Memory: Stores information related to the cartridge.
  • Electrical contacts: Facilitate communication between the cartridge and the main assembly of the image forming apparatus.

Potential Applications

This technology can be used in photocopiers, laser printers, and other image forming devices.

Problems Solved

This technology allows for easy replacement and maintenance of the photosensitive member cartridge in image forming apparatus.

Benefits

The detachable cartridge design simplifies maintenance and reduces downtime for image forming devices.

Potential Commercial Applications

This technology can be applied in office equipment, commercial printing, and other industries requiring image forming devices.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be detachable toner cartridges used in laser printers.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact the overall efficiency of the image forming apparatus?

The technology allows for quick and easy replacement of the photosensitive member cartridge, potentially reducing downtime and increasing productivity.

What are the potential cost savings associated with using this technology?

By simplifying maintenance and replacement processes, this technology may lead to cost savings in terms of labor and downtime.


Original Abstract Submitted

a photosensitive member cartridge detachably mountable to a main assembly of an image forming apparatus for forming an image, includes a frame; a photosensitive drum on which and which is provided in the frame; a transfer member for transferring an image formed on the drum onto the sheet; a mounting portion for detachably mounting a developing cartridge including a developer carrying member onto the drum and a memory for storing information; a first electrical contact provided on the frame and electrically connectable with a main assembly electrical contact provided in the main assembly when the cartridge is mounted to the main assembly; and a second electrical contact provided on the frame for electrically connecting the memory and the first electrical contact portion with each other when the developing cartridge is mounted to the mounting portion.