Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240198680). LIQUID EJECTION APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM STORING A PROGRAM FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME simplified abstract
LIQUID EJECTION APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM STORING A PROGRAM FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME
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RIE Takekoshi of Kanagawa (JP)
AKIHIRO Tomida of Kanagawa (JP)
TOSHIMITSU Danzuka of Tokyo (JP)
LIQUID EJECTION APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM STORING A PROGRAM FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240198680 titled 'LIQUID EJECTION APPARATUS, AND CONTROL METHOD AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM STORING A PROGRAM FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME
The liquid ejection apparatus described in the patent application consists of a liquid ejection head with two nozzle arrays for ejecting different liquids, liquid supply channels, pressurization units, and a control unit.
- The liquid ejection head has first and second nozzle arrays that eject first and second liquids, respectively.
- The first and second liquids are supplied through liquid supply channels from liquid containing units to the liquid ejection head.
- Pressurization units pump the first and second liquids to the liquid ejection head through the liquid supply channels.
- The control unit is responsible for stopping the pumping of liquids and controlling the discharge of liquids from the nozzle arrays when preparing to detach the liquid ejection head.
Potential Applications: - Printing industry for high-quality color printing - Pharmaceutical industry for precise liquid dispensing - 3D printing for multi-material printing capabilities
Problems Solved: - Efficient and controlled liquid ejection process - Prevents spillage and waste of liquids - Facilitates easy maintenance and replacement of liquid ejection head
Benefits: - Improved accuracy and precision in liquid ejection - Cost-effective operation with reduced liquid wastage - Enhanced productivity and performance in various industries
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Liquid Ejection Technology for Diverse Industries This technology can be utilized in industries such as printing, pharmaceuticals, and 3D printing for precise liquid ejection needs. The market implications include increased efficiency, reduced waste, and improved product quality.
Questions about Liquid Ejection Technology: 1. How does the control unit ensure the safe detachment of the liquid ejection head? The control unit stops pumping liquids and controls the discharge process to prevent spillage and ensure a smooth detachment process.
2. What are the key advantages of having two separate nozzle arrays for ejecting different liquids? Having two separate nozzle arrays allows for the simultaneous ejection of different liquids, enabling more complex printing or dispensing processes.
Original Abstract Submitted
a liquid ejection apparatus including: a liquid ejection head having first and second nozzle arrays that eject first and second liquids, respectively; first and second liquid supply channels which supply the first and second liquids inside first and second liquid containing units to the liquid ejection head, respectively; first and second pressurization units which pump the first and second liquids to the liquid ejection head through the first and second liquid supply channels; and a control unit configured, in a case of preparing for detaching the liquid ejection head, to control the first and second pressurization units to stop pumping, respectively, and to control the liquid ejection head to discharge the first and second liquids from the first and second nozzle arrays, respectively, while controlling amounts of the first and second liquids discharged from the first and second nozzle arrays, respectively, in the liquid discharge operation.
