Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240198679). LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS, IMPRINT APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD simplified abstract
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LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS, IMPRINT APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD
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Inventor(s)
TAKAHIRO Hosokawa of Tochigi (JP)
NORIYASU Hasegawa of Tochigi (JP)
LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS, IMPRINT APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240198679 titled 'LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS, IMPRINT APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD
The liquid ejecting apparatus described in the abstract includes an ejection unit with an ejection surface containing an orifice for liquid ejection, an oscillating element with the orifice, a retention member to hold liquid between itself and the ejection surface, a detection unit to monitor the oscillation of the element, and a control unit to drive the oscillating element during orifice cleaning based on detection results.
- Ejection unit with orifice for liquid ejection
- Oscillating element with orifice
- Retention member to hold liquid between it and ejection surface
- Detection unit to monitor oscillation of element
- Control unit to drive oscillating element during orifice cleaning
Potential Applications: - Inkjet printers - 3D printers - Medical devices for precise liquid dispensing
Problems Solved: - Ensures efficient cleaning of the orifice - Prevents clogging of the liquid ejection system - Maintains consistent liquid ejection performance
Benefits: - Improved reliability and longevity of liquid ejecting apparatus - Enhanced print quality in printing applications - Precise and accurate liquid dispensing in medical devices
Commercial Applications: Title: Precision Liquid Dispensing Systems for Medical Devices This technology can be utilized in medical devices for accurate and controlled liquid dispensing, catering to the healthcare industry's need for precision and reliability in fluid delivery systems.
Questions about Liquid Ejecting Apparatus: 1. How does the oscillating element contribute to the cleaning process of the orifice? The oscillating element helps dislodge any debris or buildup in the orifice during the cleaning process, ensuring optimal performance.
2. What role does the retention member play in maintaining the liquid between itself and the ejection surface? The retention member acts as a barrier to keep the liquid in place, preventing leakage and ensuring a consistent flow during liquid ejection.
Original Abstract Submitted
a liquid ejecting apparatus includes an ejection unit including an ejection surface in which an orifice through which a liquid is ejected is open, an oscillating element provided with the orifice, a retention member arranged opposite the ejection surface and configured to retain a liquid between the retention member and the ejection surface, a detection unit configured to detect an oscillation characteristic of the oscillating element, and a control unit configured to, in a case of cleaning the orifice, drive the oscillating element at a drive period based on a detection result of the detection unit in a state in which the liquid is retained between the retention member and the ejection surface.
