Seiko epson corporation (20240109302). Liquid Discharge Apparatus simplified abstract
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Liquid Discharge Apparatus
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Masahiko Tsuyuki of Chino (JP)
Makoto Takamuku of Matsumoto (JP)
Liquid Discharge Apparatus - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240109302 titled 'Liquid Discharge Apparatus
Simplified Explanation
The liquid discharge apparatus described in the patent application includes a print head, a substrate unit, and a control circuit that manages the operations of the print head and the substrate unit. The print head consists of a first discharge section with a first piezoelectric element that discharges liquid by displacement caused by a driving signal, and a first connector. The substrate unit includes a second connector that connects to the first connector, a drive circuit for the driving signal, a temperature sensor for environmental temperature monitoring, and a wiring substrate with the drive circuit and the temperature sensor. The control circuit regulates the drive circuit and the print head based on the environmental temperature data from the sensor.
- The liquid discharge apparatus includes a print head with a first piezoelectric element for liquid discharge.
- The substrate unit is equipped with a second connector, a drive circuit, and a temperature sensor.
- The control circuit manages the operations of the print head and the substrate unit based on environmental temperature data.
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in various industries such as printing, manufacturing, and biomedical fields where precise liquid dispensing is required.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of accurately controlling liquid discharge in various applications, ensuring efficient and precise operation.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved accuracy and efficiency in liquid dispensing processes, leading to higher quality output and reduced waste.
Potential Commercial Applications
The liquid discharge apparatus could be utilized in industries such as 3D printing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and electronic component assembly for precise liquid dispensing needs.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be similar liquid dispensing systems used in industrial inkjet printers or medical devices for precise liquid delivery.
Unanswered Questions
How does the environmental temperature affect the performance of the liquid discharge apparatus?
The environmental temperature data acquired by the temperature sensor is used by the control circuit to adjust the operations of the print head and the substrate unit. This ensures that the liquid discharge process is optimized for different temperature conditions, but the specific impact of temperature on performance is not detailed in the abstract.
What types of liquids can be discharged using this apparatus?
The abstract mentions the discharge of liquid by the print head, but it does not specify the types of liquids that can be used with this technology. Understanding the compatibility of different liquids with the apparatus could provide insights into its potential applications and limitations.
Original Abstract Submitted
there is provided a liquid discharge apparatus including: a print head; a substrate unit; and a control circuit that controls operations of the print head and the substrate unit, in which the print head includes a first discharge section that has a first piezoelectric element that is displaced by receiving a first driving signal and discharges a liquid by displacement of the first piezoelectric element, and a first connector, the substrate unit includes a second connector that is electrically coupled to the print head by being fitted to the first connector, a first drive circuit that outputs the first driving signal, a temperature sensor that acquires environmental temperature, and a wiring substrate provided with the first drive circuit and the temperature sensor, and the control circuit controls the first drive circuit and the print head based on the environmental temperature acquired by the temperature sensor.
