Seiko epson corporation (20240278572). LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS simplified abstract

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LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS

Organization Name

seiko epson corporation

Inventor(s)

Yusaku Amano of MATSUMOTO-SHI (JP)

Takeshi Aoki of MATSUMOTO-SHI (JP)

LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240278572 titled 'LIQUID EJECTING APPARATUS

The abstract describes a printer with a slide mechanism, a head for liquid ejection, a lifting and lowering mechanism, and a cap to cover the nozzle.

  • The printer includes a slide mechanism with a first member and a second member that slide together in lifting and lowering directions.
  • The head is fixed to the first member and has a nozzle for ejecting liquid.
  • A lifting and lowering mechanism, fixed to the second member, moves the head in the lifting and lowering directions.
  • A cap is used to cover the nozzle, preventing liquid from drying out.
  • The first member has an elongated hole, while the second member is a pin.
  • The lifting and lowering mechanism moves the head towards the cap without allowing it to slide away.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various types of printers, such as inkjet printers or 3D printers. - It can also be applied in industrial settings where precise liquid ejection is required.

Problems Solved: - Prevents the nozzle from drying out when not in use. - Ensures accurate and controlled liquid ejection.

Benefits: - Increases the longevity and reliability of the printer. - Maintains the quality of printed materials by preventing clogs or dried-out nozzles.

Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized in the manufacturing industry for printing labels, packaging, and other materials. - It can also be integrated into consumer printers for home or office use.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the cap prevent the nozzle from drying out? 

  - The cap covers the nozzle when not in use, creating a seal to prevent air exposure.

2. What are the advantages of having a slide mechanism in a printer? 

  - The slide mechanism allows for precise movement of the head for accurate liquid ejection.


Original Abstract Submitted

a printer, which is an example of a liquid ejecting apparatus, including a slide mechanism that has a first member and a second member configured to slide with each other in lifting and lowering directions; a head that is fixed to the first member and has a nozzle for ejecting a liquid; a lifting and lowering mechanism that is fixed to the second member, and lifts and lowers the head in the lifting and lowering directions; and a cap that covers the nozzle. the first member is configured of a wall member having an elongated hole, and the second member is configured of a pin. the lifting and lowering mechanism relatively moves the head toward the cap in a state where the head does not slide in a direction away from the cap.

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