Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240337977). IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS THAT CONTROLS SHEET INTERVAL simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS THAT CONTROLS SHEET INTERVAL
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS THAT CONTROLS SHEET INTERVAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Questions about Image Forming Apparatus
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS THAT CONTROLS SHEET INTERVAL
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
HIROMITSU Takano of Kanagawa (JP)
TAKANORI Mitani of Kanagawa (JP)
SATORU Nagashima of Tokyo (JP)
TAKESHI Shimba of Kanagawa (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS THAT CONTROLS SHEET INTERVAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240337977 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS THAT CONTROLS SHEET INTERVAL
Simplified Explanation
The image forming apparatus described in the patent application includes components that control the temperature of the fixing device and a non-passage region to prevent overheating.
- The image forming unit creates a toner image on a sheet.
- The fixing device fixes the toner image onto the sheet.
- The controller regulates the interval between sheets passing through the fixing device to manage temperatures effectively.
Key Features and Innovation
- Image forming unit for creating toner images on sheets.
- Fixing device for fixing toner images onto sheets.
- Controller for regulating sheet intervals to control temperatures.
- Prevents overheating in the fixing device and non-passage region.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various printing and copying machines to improve efficiency and prevent overheating issues.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the problem of overheating in image forming apparatus, which can lead to component damage and reduced performance.
Benefits
- Improved efficiency in image forming processes.
- Prevention of overheating-related issues.
- Enhanced longevity of components in the apparatus.
Commercial Applications
This technology can be utilized in the manufacturing of printers, copiers, and other image forming devices to enhance performance and reliability.
Questions about Image Forming Apparatus
How does the controller regulate sheet intervals to control temperatures effectively?
The controller adjusts the passing sheet interval between a plurality of sheets passing through the fixing device to manage temperatures and prevent overheating.
What are the potential applications of this technology beyond image forming apparatus?
This technology can also be applied in other heat-sensitive devices to regulate temperatures and prevent overheating issues.
Original Abstract Submitted
an image forming apparatus includes a conveyance member to convey a sheet, an image forming unit, a fixing device, a component, and a controller. the image forming unit forms a toner image on the conveyed sheet conveyed. the fixing device fixes an unfixed toner image formed on the sheet, onto the sheet. heat of the fixing device propagates to the component. the controller controls a passing sheet interval between a plurality of sheets passing through the fixing device. the controller executes throughput control for controlling a sheet interval, which is an interval between a preceding sheet and a subsequent sheet passing through the fixing device, such that a temperature of a non-passage region through which sheets do not pass in the fixing device is suppressed to a predetermined first limit temperature or less and a temperature of the component is suppressed to a predetermined second limit temperature or less.
