Seiko epson corporation (20240323296). IMAGE SCANNING DEVICE simplified abstract
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IMAGE SCANNING DEVICE
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Inventor(s)
Hiroki Koyama of ASAHI-MURA (JP)
Masakazu Ishihara of MATSUMOTO-SHI (JP)
Toshimitsu Ohara of MATSUMOTO-SHI (JP)
IMAGE SCANNING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240323296 titled 'IMAGE SCANNING DEVICE
The abstract describes an image scanning device with a transport section, an image scanning unit, and a first conductive section that maintains electrical conductivity with the image scanning unit. The device includes a scanning section, a glass plate, and a second conductive section that conducts with the glass plate. The image scanning unit moves along a displacement direction that intersects the transport path, with the first conductive section following this movement to maintain electrical conductivity with the glass plate.
- The image scanning device has a transport section that moves documents along a path for scanning.
- An image scanning unit scans images from the documents.
- A first conductive section maintains electrical conductivity with the image scanning unit.
- The scanning unit includes a scanning section and a glass plate for document contact.
- A second conductive section conducts with the glass plate.
- The device allows the image scanning unit to move along a displacement direction.
- The first conductive section follows this movement to maintain electrical conductivity with the glass plate.
Potential Applications: - Document scanning in offices - Image digitization for archival purposes - Integration into multifunction printers
Problems Solved: - Efficient scanning of documents - Maintaining electrical conductivity during scanning
Benefits: - Improved image scanning quality - Enhanced durability of the scanning device - Streamlined document digitization process
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Image Scanning Device for Office Use This technology can be utilized in office settings for quick and accurate document scanning, improving productivity and workflow efficiency. It can also be integrated into multifunction printers to enhance their scanning capabilities, providing a competitive edge in the market.
Questions about Image Scanning Device: 1. How does the first conductive section maintain electrical conductivity with the image scanning unit during document scanning? 2. What are the potential benefits of using this image scanning device in office environments?
Original Abstract Submitted
an image scanning device includes a transport section that transports a document along a transport path; an image scanning unit that is configured to scan an image from the document transported by the transport section; and a first conductive section that is configured to electrically conduct with the image scanning unit. the image scanning unit has a scanning section that is configured to scan the image from the document transported by the transport section, a glass plate that is configured to contact with the document between the scanning section and the transport path, and a second conductive section that is configured to electrically conduct with the glass plate. the image scanning unit is configured to displace along a displacement direction that intersects the transport path. the first conductive section is configured to follow the displacement of the image scanning unit and to maintain electrical conductivity with the glass plate by maintaining a state where the first conductive section is in contact with the second conductive section by following the displacement of the image scanning unit.
