公开(公告)号：US06318856B1

公开(公告)日：2001-11-20

申请号：US09458151

申请日：1999-12-09

Applicant: Ronald P. Sansone

Inventor： Ronald P. Sansone

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J21/16 ,  G07B17/00508 ,  G07B2017/00532 ,  G07B2017/00637

Abstract: A device in a postage meter that uses dot or drop printing to enhance security. Security is achieved by counting the number of signal pulses that are used to produce ink drops or ink dots that are required to produce the entire document or specific regions of the document. The aforementioned may be accomplished by adding a smart module to digital print head modules. The smart module would capture driver pulses from the print head module and interpret the pulses associated with regions of the image. Thus, the smart module would take data from the printer controller that is used to cut off printing when the ink is consumed and relate “set” values to the drops produced during the production of the document or portions of the document, thereby linking the document to the actual volume of ink produced.

Abstract translation: 邮资计费器中的一种设备，使用点阵式打印机来增强安全性。 通过计数用于产生产生整个文档或文档的特定区域所需的墨滴或墨点的信号脉冲的数量来实现安全性。 上述可以通过将智能模块添加到数字打印头模块来实现。 智能模块将从打印头模块捕获驱动器脉冲，并解释与图像区域相关的脉冲。 因此，智能模块将从打印机控制器获取数据，该打印机控制器在墨水消耗时用于切断打印，并且将“设置”值与在文档或文档部分的制作过程中产生的墨滴相关联，从而将文档 到生产的墨水的实际体积。

公开(公告)号：US06312079B1

公开(公告)日：2001-11-06

申请号：US09400966

申请日：1999-09-22

Applicant: Frank Edward Anderson ,  Thomas Jon Eade ,  George Keith Parish

Inventor： Frank Edward Anderson ,  Thomas Jon Eade ,  George Keith Parish

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J2/04521 ,  B41J2/04541 ,  B41J2/04543 ,  B41J2/04586 ,  B41J2/155

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and an apparatus for firing the nozzles on an ink jet print head cartridge that requires a reduced number of data lines between the ink jet print head cartridge and the printer electronics. A group data line provides serial group select data that is stored in a set of group select latches on the ink jet print head cartridge and identifies a particular group of nozzles on the ink jet print head. A primitive data line provides primitive select data that is stored in a set of primitive select latches on the ink jet print head cartridge and identifies a particular nozzle in the selected set of nozzles. A first clock line provides a first clock signal that is used to advance the group select data and the primitive select data into the group select latches and primitive select latches respectively. The group select data and the primitive select data is decoded to produce firing data which is advanced to a set of firing latches in accordance with a second clock signal that is provided on a second clock line. The data in the firing latches is logically ANDed or NANDed with a firing pulse provided on a firing line in order to expel a drop of ink from the selected nozzle or nozzles on the ink jet print head cartridge.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于在喷墨打印头盒上喷射喷嘴的方法和装置，其需要在喷墨打印头盒和打印机电子装置之间减少数量的数据线。 组数据线提供存储在喷墨打印头盒上的一组组选择锁存器中的串行组选择数据，并识别喷墨打印头上的特定组喷嘴。 原始数据线提供存储在喷墨打印头盒上的一组原始选择闩锁中的原始选择数据，并识别所选择的一组喷嘴中的特定喷嘴。 第一时钟线提供第一时钟信号，其用于将组选择数据和原语选择数据分别推入组选择锁存器和原语选择锁存器。 组选择数据和原语选择数据被解码，以根据提供在第二时钟线上的第二时钟信号产生提前到一组触发锁存器的触发数据。 点火锁存器中的数据与喷射线上提供的点火脉冲进行逻辑“与”或“与”，以从喷墨打印头盒上的所选择的喷嘴或喷嘴排出墨滴。

公开(公告)号：US06305784B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-23

申请号：US09099452

申请日：1998-09-18

Applicant: Motohito Hino

Inventor： Motohito Hino

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J2/1752 ,  B41J2/14 ,  B41J29/02 ,  B41J29/13 ,  B41J2002/14362 ,  B41J2202/14 ,  B41J2202/19

Abstract: A recorder like an ink jet printer includes a head unit, which includes recording head and a head holder. Intermediate members are screwed to the holder. Each of the recording heads is bonded to one of the members and has a number of ink ejection nozzles. After the unit is assembled, one of the heads may be found to be defective. Even in this case, it is possible to remove only the defective head and the associated member, fit a new intermediate member to the holder, and bond a new recording head to the new member with the nozzles of this head aligned with the nozzles of the other heads. The intermediate member has a hole engaging with part of the head with play for positioning the head relative to the holder.

Abstract translation: 像喷墨打印机的记录器包括头单元，其包括记录头和头保持器。 中间构件拧到支架上。 每个记录头被结合到其中一个构件并且具有多个喷墨嘴。 装配单元后，可能发现其中一个头部有缺陷。 即使在这种情况下，也可以仅去除有缺陷的头部和相关联的部件，将新的中间部件装配到保持器，并且将新的记录头粘合到新的部件上，其中该头部的喷嘴与 其他头。 中间构件具有与头部的一部分接合的孔，用于相对于保持器定位头部。

公开(公告)号：US06305769B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-23

申请号：US08876001

申请日：1997-06-13

Applicant: Jeffrey S. Thayer ,  Thomas A. Almquist ,  Christian M. Merot ,  Bryan J. L. Bedal ,  Richard N. Leyden ,  Keith Denison ,  John S. Stockwell ,  Anthony L. Caruso ,  Michael S. Lockard

Inventor： Jeffrey S. Thayer ,  Thomas A. Almquist ,  Christian M. Merot ,  Bryan J. L. Bedal ,  Richard N. Leyden ,  Keith Denison ,  John S. Stockwell ,  Anthony L. Caruso ,  Michael S. Lockard

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B29C64/40 ,  B29C64/112 ,  B33Y10/00 ,  B33Y30/00 ,  B33Y40/00

Abstract: A system and associated method for forming three-dimensional objects under computer control and from a material which may be rendered flowable and then dispensed on a layer-by-layer basis. The layers of the material solidify or otherwise physically transform upon being dispensed thereby forming successive cross-sections. The dispensing process is repeated whereby successive layers adhere to each other thereby forming the object.

Abstract translation: 一种用于在计算机控制下形成三维物体的系统和相关方法，以及可以使其流动并随后逐层分配的材料。 材料层在分配时固化或以其他方式物理转化，从而形成连续的横截面。 重复分配过程，由此连续的层彼此粘附从而形成物体。

公开(公告)号：US06299303B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-09

申请号：US09482659

申请日：2000-01-13

Applicant: Allan Wexler

Inventor： Allan Wexler

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41M5/52 ,  B41M5/506 ,  B41M5/508 ,  B41M5/5254 ,  B41M5/5281

Abstract: An ink jet recording element including a support having thereon, in the order recited, a base layer including a hydrophilic or porous material and a porous, ink-receptive top layer capable of accepting an ink jet image having a polymeric adhesive binder and thermally-activated adhesive polymeric particles, a particle-to-binder ratio being between about 95:5 and 70:30, and wherein both the binder and a polymer used to make the adhesive polymeric particles have: a) a tensile strength at break of greater than about 1 MPa; b) an elongation at break of greater than about 10%; c) a tensile modulus of greater than about 1 MPa; and d) a Tg of less than about 50° C.; and the polymeric particles also having a particle size of less than about 10 &mgr;m and a Tm or softening point of greater than about 50° C.

Abstract translation: 一种喷墨记录元件，包括其上具有按顺序所述的支撑体，其包括亲水或多孔材料的基底层和能够接受具有聚合物粘合剂粘合剂的喷墨图像和热激活的多孔的油墨接收顶层 粘合剂聚合物颗粒，颗粒与粘合剂的比率在约95:5至70:30之间，并且其中粘合剂和用于制备粘合剂聚合物颗粒的聚合物都具有：a）断裂时的拉伸强度大于约 1 MPa; b）断裂伸长率大于约10％; c）拉伸模量大于约1MPa; 和d）小于约50℃的Tg; 并且聚合物颗粒也具有小于约10μm的粒度和Tm或软化点大于约50℃。

公开(公告)号：US06299285B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-09

申请号：US09024566

申请日：1998-02-17

Applicant: Toshiharu Inui

Inventor： Toshiharu Inui

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J2/2114 ,  B41J2/2056 ,  B41J3/4078

Abstract: An ink-jet printing apparatus which can print an image without causing bleeding or feathering with effectively using an ink and realize high quality image comparable with silver film photograph, and is convenient for use, can be provided. It enables printing in a first printing mode using a printing head unit ejecting yellow, magenta and cyan inks, respectively and a printing head unit ejecting a black ink and a printing quality improving liquid, and a second printing mode using the printing head unit ejecting yellow, magenta and cyan inks, respectively, and a printing head unit ejecting the black ink and cyan and magenta inks having lower density than that of the cyan and magenta ink.

Abstract translation: 可以提供一种能够有效地使用墨水打印图像而不引起渗色或羽化并且实现与银膜照片相当的高质量图像并且使用方便的喷墨打印设备。 它能够使用分别喷射黄色，品红色和青色墨水的打印头单元和喷射黑色墨水和打印质量改进液体的打印头单元以及使用打印头单元喷射黄色的第二打印模式在第一打印模式下进行打印 ，品红色和青色油墨，以及喷射黑色墨水的印刷头单元和比青色和品红色墨水密度低的青色和品红色墨水。

公开(公告)号：US06293670B1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-25

申请号：US09594684

申请日：2000-06-16

Applicant: Masahiro Taniguro ,  Tetsuo Suzuki ,  Hiroyuki Saito ,  Koichi Tanno ,  Haruyuki Yanagi ,  Makoto Kawarama ,  Hiroyuki Kinoshita ,  Masaya Shinmachi ,  Tan At Ming

Inventor： Masahiro Taniguro ,  Tetsuo Suzuki ,  Hiroyuki Saito ,  Koichi Tanno ,  Haruyuki Yanagi ,  Makoto Kawarama ,  Hiroyuki Kinoshita ,  Masaya Shinmachi ,  Tan At Ming

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J11/08 ,  B41J11/005 ,  B41J13/10

Abstract: An ink jet recording method forms an ink jet image on a recording medium by serially moving an ink jet recording head having a plurality of ink discharge ports arranged in an array along a conveyance direction of the recording medium. The method includes the step of providing a platen having a planar section upstream in the conveyance direction and a slant section slanted downstream in the conveyance direction and in a direction parting from the ink discharge ports, opposed to an array of the ink discharge ports when the ink jet recording head serially moves. The method further includes the step of forming an ink jet image on the recording medium by ink discharge from the ink discharge ports when the ink jet recording head moves at least three times across a same area of the recording medium, a reverse side of which is supported by the platen.

Abstract translation: 喷墨记录方法通过沿着记录介质的传送方向串联移动具有排列成阵列的多个喷墨口的喷墨记录头，在记录介质上形成喷墨图像。 该方法包括以下步骤：在输送方向上游设置有平面部分的台板，以及倾斜部分，该倾斜部分沿着输送方向向下游倾斜，并且与从喷墨口排列的方向相反， 喷墨记录头连续移动。 该方法还包括当喷墨记录头在记录介质的相同区域移动至少三次时，通过从喷墨口喷墨而在记录介质上形成喷墨图像的步骤，反面是 由压板支撑。

公开(公告)号：US06293668B1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-25

申请号：US09069698

申请日：1998-04-29

Applicant: Joel A. Kubby ,  Lisa A. DeLouise ,  David A. Mantell

Inventor： Joel A. Kubby ,  Lisa A. DeLouise ,  David A. Mantell

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J11/0015

Abstract: Plain paper is processed through a plain paper optimizer system prior to image formation on a recording surface. The optimizer system adds a fixing fluid during application of pressure and, optionally, heat to the paper surface. The surface contacted by the fixing fluid is enhanced, forming images of improved print quality. In one embodiment, plain paper is treated in an optimizer system, which has a heat and fuser assembly with silicone oil as the fixing fluid, and is transported into the print zone of an ink jet printer. Images printed on the treated surface demonstrate improvements in image quality manifested by reduction of both edge raggedness and intercolor bleeding.

Abstract translation: 在记录表面上形成图像之前，通过普通纸优化器系统处理普通纸。 优化器系统在施加压力和任选地加热到纸张表面时添加固定液体。 增强了由固定液体接触的表面，形成了改进的打印质量的图像。 在一个实施例中，普通纸在优化器系统中进行处理，该优化器系统具有带有硅油作为固定流体的加热和定影组件，并被输送到喷墨打印机的打印区域。 印刷在经处理的表面上的图像表现出通过减少边缘粗糙度和色间渗色而表现出的图像质量的改善。

公开(公告)号：US06290351B1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-18

申请号：US09431951

申请日：1999-11-01

Applicant: Eric A. Merz

Inventor： Eric A. Merz

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J11/42 ,  B41J11/002

Abstract: A printer and a method for producing precise registered images are provided. The method in the printer is carried out by an included sheet transport and control assembly for moving a sheet of paper along a sheet path through a printing zone. The sheet transport and control assembly includes drive device; a moveable sheet carrying web member having a first edge and a second edge having an array of precision holes, including adjacent holes spaced a precise distance apart, formed through at least the first edge and the second edge. The sheet transport and control assembly also includes a programmable controller connected to the drive device, and a dual sensor assembly mounted along the sheet path and connected to the programmable controller for responsively generating and inputting precision hole position signals to the programmable controller. The dual sensor assembly includes a first sensor for generating a first increasing and decreasing signal, and a second sensor for generating a second increasing and decreasing signal that increases and decreases oppositely relative to the first signal. The programmable controller controls the moving device to move and stop the web member responsively to a desired value of a ratio of the first signal to the second signal, thereby ensuring precise moving and stopping of a sheet of paper on the web member through the printing zone.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于产生精确记录图像的打印机和方法。 打印机中的方法通过包括的纸张传送和控制组件进行，用于沿着纸张路径通过打印区域移动一张纸。 片材输送和控制组件包括驱动装置; 具有第一边缘和第二边缘的可移动片材承载腹板构件，所述第二边缘具有精确孔阵列，所述第二边缘包括至少间隔开所述第一边缘和所述第二边缘的精确间隔开的相邻孔。 纸张传送和控制组件还包括连接到驱动装置的可编程控制器，以及沿着纸张路径安装并连接到可编程控制器的双传感器组件，用于响应地产生并向可编程控制器输入精确的孔位置信号。 双传感器组件包括用于产生第一增加和减小的信号的第一传感器，以及用于产生相对于第一信号相反地增加和减少的第二递增和减小信号的第二传感器。 可编程控制器控制移动装置响应于第一信号与第二信号的比率的期望值来移动和停止幅材构件，从而确保通过印刷区域在幅材构件上精确地移动和停止一张纸 。

公开(公告)号：US06290350B1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-18

申请号：US09075216

申请日：1998-05-11

Applicant: Takeshi Kono

Inventor： Takeshi Kono

IPC: B41J201

CPC classification number: B41J13/106 ,  B65H29/34 ,  B65H2402/31 ,  B65H2403/40 ,  B65H2403/722 ,  B65H2601/251

Abstract: The present invention provides an image forming apparatus includes a recording head to record an image on a sheet and having a carriage for shifting the recording head in a sheet width-wise direction, a convey rotary member for conveying the sheet past the recording head and for discharging the sheet after recording, a support for supporting one surface of the sheet, and a shift device for shifting the support between a support position where the sheet is supported above a discharge portion and a retard position where the sheet is not supported by the support. The shift device is switched in accordance with a position of the carriage and has a transmission for effecting ON/OFF of a driving force for rotating the convey rotary member.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种图像形成装置，包括：记录头，用于将图像记录在纸张上，并具有用于沿纸张宽度方向移动记录头的滑架;用于将纸张传送通过记录头的输送旋转部件， 在记录之后排出片材，支撑用于支撑片材的一个表面;以及移位装置，用于在支撑位置将片材支撑在排出部分上方的支撑位置与片材不被支撑件支撑的延迟位置之间移动支撑件 。 换档装置根据滑架的位置进行切换，并且具有用于实现用于旋转传送旋转部件的驱动力的ON / OFF的传动装置。