Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240205523). IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM simplified abstract
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IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
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Inventor(s)
YUKIHIRO Soeta of Kanagawa (JP)
TOMOHITO Nakagawa of Chiba (JP)
IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240205523 titled 'IMAGE READING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM
The image reading apparatus described in the patent application includes a conveyance unit and a reading unit. The reading unit consists of a transparent member, a sensor unit with an image reading element, a fan for blowing air, a supporting member with an opening facing the sensor unit, and a casing to accommodate these components.
- The sensor unit and supporting member are positioned to create a flow path of air between them, allowing air to pass through the opening and cool the sensor unit.
- The fan is strategically placed to direct air towards the opening, ensuring efficient cooling of the sensor unit.
- The transparent member allows the sensor unit to read an image of a sheet without obstruction.
- The design of the apparatus optimizes air circulation to prevent overheating of the sensor unit during image reading operations.
- The components are housed in a casing for protection and organization.
Potential Applications: - Document scanning devices - Image processing systems - Printing equipment
Problems Solved: - Overheating of sensor units during image reading - Ensuring accurate image capture without interference
Benefits: - Improved performance and longevity of image reading devices - Enhanced image quality due to optimal sensor unit temperature
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Image Reading Apparatus for Improved Performance in Document Scanning Devices This technology can be utilized in various commercial applications such as document scanners, image processing systems, and printing equipment to enhance performance and image quality.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the positioning of the fan and sensor unit contribute to the efficiency of the image reading apparatus? 2. What are the potential drawbacks of the design in terms of maintenance and durability?
Original Abstract Submitted
an image reading apparatus includes a conveyance unit and a reading unit. the reading unit includes a transparent member, a sensor unit including a substrate to which an image reading element is connected, and configured to read an image of the sheet through the transparent member, a fan configured to blow air, a supporting member including an opening formed at a position where the opening faces the sensor unit, and supporting the sensor unit, and a casing accommodating the sensor unit, the fan, and the supporting member. the fan is disposed in a manner of facing the opening on a side, with respect to the opening, different from a side on which the sensor unit faces the opening. the sensor unit and the supporting member are disposed such that a flow path of air that has passed through the opening is formed between the sensor unit and the supporting member.
