Seiko epson corporation (20240238822). LIQUID EJECTION DEVICE simplified abstract
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LIQUID EJECTION DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Manabu Yamada of MATSUMOTO-SHI (JP)
Tomoji Suzuki of MATSUMOTO-SHI (JP)
Hiroshi Nose of SHIOJIRI-SHI (JP)
LIQUID EJECTION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240238822 titled 'LIQUID EJECTION DEVICE
The liquid ejection device described in the patent application consists of a head with a nozzle surface for ejecting liquid, a standby cap to cover the nozzle, a receiving unit for the ejected liquid, and a maintenance unit for head maintenance. The head moves in different areas while printing on a medium by ejecting liquid onto it in the printing area.
- The device includes a head with a nozzle surface for liquid ejection.
- A standby cap covers the nozzle when not in use.
- A receiving unit collects the liquid ejected from the nozzle.
- A maintenance unit is responsible for head maintenance.
- The head moves in different areas while printing on a medium.
- The printing area is located between the first and second areas in the scanning direction.
- The standby cap and receiving unit are in the first area, while the maintenance unit is in the second area.
Potential Applications: - Printing industry for high-quality prints - Manufacturing for precise liquid dispensing - Medical field for accurate drug delivery systems
Problems Solved: - Ensures proper maintenance of the liquid ejection device - Prevents clogging of the nozzle for consistent liquid ejection - Facilitates efficient printing on various mediums
Benefits: - Improved print quality - Reduced maintenance costs - Enhanced reliability and consistency in liquid ejection
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Liquid Ejection Device for Precision Printing This technology can be used in commercial printers, industrial manufacturing processes, and medical equipment for accurate liquid dispensing. The market implications include increased efficiency, higher quality output, and cost savings in maintenance.
Questions about Liquid Ejection Devices: 1. How does the standby cap contribute to the maintenance of the liquid ejection device?
The standby cap protects the nozzle from dust and debris, preventing clogs and ensuring consistent liquid ejection.
2. What are the potential drawbacks of using a liquid ejection device with multiple moving parts?
The main drawback could be increased complexity, leading to higher maintenance requirements and potential for mechanical failures.
Original Abstract Submitted
a liquid ejection device includes: a head including a nozzle surface in which a nozzle is opened, the head being configured to eject liquid from the nozzle; a standby cap that covers the nozzle by coming into contact with the head; a receiving unit that receives the liquid ejected from the nozzle; and a maintenance unit that performs maintenance of the head. the head moves in a first area, a second area, and a printing area by moving in a scanning direction, and performs printing on a medium by ejecting the liquid onto the medium while moving in the printing area. the printing area is located between the first area and the second area in the scanning direction. the standby cap and the accommodation unit are located in the first area. the maintenance unit is located in the second area.
