Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240295844). IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
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HIROYUKI Takahashi of Chiba (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240295844 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
The image forming apparatus described in the patent application includes components such as a transfer portion, a fixing unit, a conveyance belt, a driving portion, and a controller.
- The transfer portion transfers the image onto a sheet.
- The fixing unit preheats to ensure proper fixing of the image.
- The conveyance belt moves the sheet towards the fixing unit.
- The driving portion controls the movement of the conveyance belt.
- The controller manages the preheating process and the rotation of the conveyance belt during standby mode.
Potential Applications: - Printing industry for high-quality image reproduction. - Office environments for document printing needs. - Commercial printing services for bulk printing requirements.
Problems Solved: - Ensures proper fixing of images onto sheets. - Improves efficiency by preheating the fixing unit during standby mode. - Reduces the time required to start an image forming operation.
Benefits: - Consistent and high-quality image output. - Energy-efficient operation with preheating during standby mode. - Faster turnaround time for printing jobs.
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Image Forming Apparatus for Efficient Printing Operations This technology can be utilized in various industries such as printing services, office equipment manufacturing, and commercial printing companies to enhance image reproduction quality and operational efficiency.
Questions about Image Forming Apparatus: 1. How does the preheating process benefit the fixing unit in the image forming apparatus?
- The preheating process ensures that the fixing unit is ready for optimal image fixation, reducing the chances of smudging or incomplete prints.
2. What role does the conveyance belt play in the image forming apparatus?
- The conveyance belt is responsible for moving the sheet towards the fixing unit, facilitating the image fixation process.
Original Abstract Submitted
an image forming apparatus includes a transfer portion, a fixing unit, a conveyance belt configured to convey a sheet from the transfer portion toward the fixing unit, a driving portion configured to drive the conveyance belt, and a controller configured to control the driving portion. the controller is configured to, in a case of switching the image forming apparatus to a standby state in which the image forming apparatus is ready to start an image forming operation and stands by for input of an image forming job, execute preheating in which the fixing unit is preliminarily heated, and cause the driving portion to rotate the conveyance belt while the preheating is executed.
