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Apparatus for pre-conditioning film
Assignee: EIDP Inc
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Filing: 1979-08-03
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Granted: 1981-10-13
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Expires: 1999-08-03
Abstract
Abstract An apparatus for removing dirt from an exposed film as it is advanced to an image developing unit includes a scrub roll with a spongy surface and a second roll in engagement therewith for transporting the film. A conduit with perforations directed at the scrub roll is positioned thereabove and is connected to a source of flushing liquid. The transport and scrub rolls are driven co-currently at different surface speeds to generate a scrubbing, shearing action along with simultaneous wetting of the film surface to remove most of any dust or dirt previously carried by or embedded in the surface of the film.
Inventors
- 👤 Martin D. Bratt
- 👤 John F. Oakley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 02:37
CPC Classifications
G; G03; G03D; G03D15/00; G03F; G03F7/00; G03F7/26; G03F7/30; G03F7/3042; G03F7/3057; G03F7/40
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
66 words
In an apparatus for developing film, a pre-conditioner comprising: a scrub roll; a second roll in engagement with the scrub roll for transporting a film to be developed therebetween; a conduit positioned above and provided with perforations directed at said scrub roll; a source of flushing liquid connected to said conduit; and drive means coupled to said rolls for their co-current rotation at different surface speeds.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
66 words
In an apparatus for developing film, a pre-conditioner comprising: a scrub roll; a second roll in engagement with the scrub roll for transporting a film to be developed therebetween; a conduit positioned above and provided with perforations directed at said scrub roll; a source of flushing liquid connected to said conduit; and drive means coupled to said rolls for their co-current rotation at different surface speeds.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said scrub roll is above the transporting roll and has a spongy surface.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
35 words
The apparatus of claim 1 or claim 2 wherein is provided a pinch roll in engagement with and driven by said transporting roll for preventing relative movement of film with respect to the transporting roll.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
112 words
In a processing apparatus including an enclosure for developing film, feed rolls for advancing film to and from the enclosure and drive means coupled to said feed rolls for their rotation at process speed, a pre-conditioner comprising: transport and scrub rolls positioned adjacent said enclosure; a conduit located above and provided with perforations directed at said scrub roll; and a source of flushing liquid connected to said conduit, said scrub roll being in engagement with said transport roll and coupled to said drive means for co-current rotation at a surface speed greater than transport speed, said transport roll being coupled to the drive means for rotation of its surface at process speed.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
112 words
In a processing apparatus including an enclosure for developing film, feed rolls for advancing film to and from the enclosure and drive means coupled to said feed rolls for their rotation at process speed, a pre-conditioner comprising: transport and scrub rolls positioned adjacent said enclosure; a conduit located above and provided with perforations directed at said scrub roll; and a source of flushing liquid connected to said conduit, said scrub roll being in engagement with said transport roll and coupled to said drive means for co-current rotation at a surface speed greater than transport speed, said transport roll being coupled to the drive means for rotation of its surface at process speed.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
25 words
The apparatus of claim 4 wherein said scrub roll is above the transport roll and has a surface comprised of a layer of spongy material.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
39 words
The apparatus of claim 4 or claim 5 wherein is provided a pinch roll acting in engagement with and driven by said transport roll to constrain forward movement of the film to the surface speed of the transport roll.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-10-12 | 1985-04-13 | 1985-10-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-10-12 | 1989-04-13 | 1989-10-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-10-12 | 1993-04-13 | 1993-10-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |