Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240184230). IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM simplified abstract
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IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kazuaki Nogami of Saitama (JP)
Takeo Kawanami of Kanagawa (JP)
Akinori Mitsumata of Tokyo (JP)
Hiroyuki Munetsugu of Kanagawa (JP)
IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240184230 titled 'IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a patent application for an image forming apparatus with a rotating member that is exposed when the developer container is attached. It includes a rotation restricting mechanism that can move between restricting and allowing positions, as well as a restricting member that is engaged when the developer container is not attached. When the container is attached, the restricting member moves to the allowing position.
- The image forming apparatus has a rotating member that is exposed when the developer container is attached.
- A rotation restricting mechanism can restrict or allow rotation of the rotating member.
- A restricting member is engaged when the developer container is not attached, but moves to the allowing position when the container is attached.
Potential Applications: - Printing technology - Photocopying machines - Scanning devices
Problems Solved: - Prevents accidental rotation of the rotating member - Ensures proper functioning of the image forming apparatus
Benefits: - Improved safety - Enhanced performance and reliability - Easy attachment and detachment of developer container
Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Image Forming Apparatus for Efficient Printing" This technology can be used in various commercial settings such as offices, print shops, and manufacturing facilities to improve printing and copying processes.
Prior Art: No information provided.
Frequently Updated Research: No information provided.
Questions about Image Forming Apparatus: Question 1: How does the rotation restricting mechanism enhance the functionality of the image forming apparatus? Answer: The rotation restricting mechanism ensures that the rotating member operates smoothly and prevents any potential damage or accidents during operation.
Question 2: What are the key benefits of the rotating member being exposed when the developer container is attached? Answer: The exposed rotating member allows for easy maintenance and replacement of components within the image forming apparatus, improving overall efficiency and convenience.
Original Abstract Submitted
an attached portion of an image forming apparatus includes a rotating member of which at least a part is exposed outside the image forming apparatus when the developer container is attached, and a rotation restricting mechanism that is movable between a restricting position to restrict rotation of the rotating member and an allowable position to allow rotation of the rotating member, and includes a restricting member that is at the restricting position when the developer container is not attached. the developer container is attached to the attached portion so that the discharging portion engaging portion and the shutter engaging portions are engaged with the frame engaged portions and the rotating member engaged portions respectively when the container shutter is in the close state, and the restricting member moves from the restricting position to the allowable position when the developer container is attached to the attached portion.
