US6147777A
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Combined printing and scanning head
Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co Ltd
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Filing: 1997-10-21
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Granted: 2000-11-14
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Expires: 2017-10-21
Abstract
Abstract A combined machine for printing and scanning is capable of obtaining a consistent output value from an image pickup device by providing a light source, mounted to a frame, that irradiates a whole line to be scanned or printed. The light source is provided at the rear end of the head assembly which traverses the printing medium or scanning document. The device dries ejected ink in a short time by heat radiated from the light source when performing a printing operation.
Inventors
- 👤 Jong-Sung Jung
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 10:56
CPC Classifications
H; H04; H04N; H04N1/00; H04N1/024; H04N1/028; H04N1/02815; H04N1/02845; H04N1/0287; B; B41; B41J; B41J11/00; B41J11/0015; B41J11/002; B41J11/0021; H04N1/032; H04N1/034; H04N1/04; H04N1/0461; H04N1/12; H04N1/126; H04N1/128; H04N1/19; H04N1/191; H04N1/1911
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 35
Claim 1
Independent Claim
180 words
A combined machine for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a head; printing means disposed in said head for printing on the printing medium; scanning means disposed in said head for scanning data from the document; driving means drivingly connected to said head for performing a reciprocation of said printing means and said scanning means in a predetermined direction substantially perpendicular to the single feed path; guiding means slidingly contacting said head for guiding said printing means and said scanning means when performing the reciprocation; feeding means for supplying the printing medium and the document proximate to said head; and irradiating means for irradiating light on said printing medium and said document over the whole area where the reciprocation is performed; wherein said irradiating means is located near a rear end of said printing means for heating said printing medium after said printing medium passes through said printing means, whereby to dry ink on said printing medium.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
180 words
A combined machine for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a head; printing means disposed in said head for printing on the printing medium; scanning means disposed in said head for scanning data from the document; driving means drivingly connected to said head for performing a reciprocation of said printing means and said scanning means in a predetermined direction substantially perpendicular to the single feed path; guiding means slidingly contacting said head for guiding said printing means and said scanning means when performing the reciprocation; feeding means for supplying the printing medium and the document proximate to said head; and irradiating means for irradiating light on said printing medium and said document over the whole area where the reciprocation is performed; wherein said irradiating means is located near a rear end of said printing means for heating said printing medium after said printing medium passes through said printing means, whereby to dry ink on said printing medium.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The machine of claim 1, said irradiating means being separate from said printing means and said scanning means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The machine of claim 1, further comprising a recess formed in said head, facing said printing medium and said document for accommodating said irradiating means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
12 words
The machine of claim 1, said irradiating means being a long lamp.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
The machine of claim 4, said long lamp having two ends connected to a frame, between which ends said head is reciprocated.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus of claim 1, said head being interposed between said guiding means and said irradiating means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 1, said printing means comprising a nozzle cooperating with the printing medium to define a first distance.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 7, said irradiating means and the printing medium defining a third distance greater than said first distance.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus of claim 1, said scanning means comprising a closest end cooperating with the printing medium to define a second distance.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 9, said irradiating means and the printing medium defining a third distance greater than said second distance.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
133 words
An image-forming apparatus for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a guide; a head traversing the guide along a line spanning a width of the printing medium and the document, said head carrying a printer module configured to form images along the line on the printing medium, and a scanner module configured to read images from the line on the document; and a lamp having a length approximately equal to said width of the printing medium for irradiating the line so as to dry ink on the printing medium when said printing medium leaves the printer module, and to create reflected light directed from the document toward the scanner module.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
133 words
An image-forming apparatus for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a guide; a head traversing the guide along a line spanning a width of the printing medium and the document, said head carrying a printer module configured to form images along the line on the printing medium, and a scanner module configured to read images from the line on the document; and a lamp having a length approximately equal to said width of the printing medium for irradiating the line so as to dry ink on the printing medium when said printing medium leaves the printer module, and to create reflected light directed from the document toward the scanner module.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus of claim 11, said printer module and said scanner module being disposed along a second line generally parallel with the line.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
10 words
The apparatus of claim 11, said lamp heating the line.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
24 words
The apparatus of claim 11, said lamp irradiating successive lines of the printing medium after images are formed on each of said successive lines.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
19 words
The apparatus of claim 11, said head having a recess formed therein for accommodating passage of said lamp therethrough.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus of claim 15, said recess being proximate to an ink discharger of said printing module.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 11, said printer module comprising a nozzle cooperating with the printing medium to define a first distance.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 17, said lamp and the printing medium defining a third distance greater than said first distance.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus of claim 11, said scanner module comprising a closest end cooperating with the printing medium to define a second distance.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 19, said lamp and the printing medium defining a third distance greater than said second distance.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
137 words
An image forming apparatus for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a head traversing a line spanning a width of the printing medium and the document, said head carrying a printer module configured to form images along the line on the printing medium, and a scanner module configured to read images from the line on the document; and a lamp irradiating the line so as to dry ink on the printing medium when said printing medium leaves the printer module, and to create reflected light directed from the document toward the scanner module; said apparatus further comprising a guide along which said head traverses, said head being interposed between said guide and said lamp.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
137 words
An image forming apparatus for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a head traversing a line spanning a width of the printing medium and the document, said head carrying a printer module configured to form images along the line on the printing medium, and a scanner module configured to read images from the line on the document; and a lamp irradiating the line so as to dry ink on the printing medium when said printing medium leaves the printer module, and to create reflected light directed from the document toward the scanner module; said apparatus further comprising a guide along which said head traverses, said head being interposed between said guide and said lamp.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
168 words
An image-forming apparatus for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a frame; a guide mounted on said frame; a head slidingly mounted on said guide, said guide confining translation of said head along a line spanning a width of the printing medium; a printer module mounted on said head and configured to form images along the line on the printing medium; a scanner module mounted on said head and configured to read images along the line from the document; and a lamp having a length approximately equal to said width and mounted on said frame, said lamp irradiating the line; said head having a recess accommodating passage of said lamp during the translation of said head along the line; said apparatus further comprising a feed roller mounted on the frame and advancing the printing medium past said head in a direction perpendicular to the line.
Claim 26
Dependent Claim
168 words
An image-forming apparatus for printing and scanning using a single feed path along which a printing medium on which printing is to be performed and a document to be scanned are fed, comprising: a frame; a guide mounted on said frame; a head slidingly mounted on said guide, said guide confining translation of said head along a line spanning a width of the printing medium; a printer module mounted on said head and configured to form images along the line on the printing medium; a scanner module mounted on said head and configured to read images along the line from the document; and a lamp having a length approximately equal to said width and mounted on said frame, said lamp irradiating the line; said head having a recess accommodating passage of said lamp during the translation of said head along the line; said apparatus further comprising a feed roller mounted on the frame and advancing the printing medium past said head in a direction perpendicular to the line.
Claim 27
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus of claim 22, said printer module and said scanner module being disposed along a second line generally parallel with the line.
Claim 28
Dependent Claim
10 words
The apparatus of claim 22, said lamp heating the line.
Claim 29
Dependent Claim
24 words
The apparatus of claim 22, said lamp irradiating successive lines of the printing medium after images are formed on each of said successive lines.
Claim 30
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus of claim 22, said recess being proximate to an ink discharger of said printing module.
Claim 31
Dependent Claim
15 words
The apparatus of claim 22, said head being interposed between said guide and said lamp.
Claim 32
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 22, said printer module comprising a nozzle cooperating with the printing medium to define a first distance.
Claim 33
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 28, said lamp and the printing medium defining a third distance greater than said first distance.
Claim 34
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus of claim 22, said scanner module comprising a closest end cooperating with the printing medium to define a second distance.
Claim 35
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 30, said lamp and the printing medium defining a third distance greater than said second distance.
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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) | 2003-11-14 | 2004-05-15 | 2004-11-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2007-11-14 | 2008-05-15 | 2008-11-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2011-11-14 | 2012-05-15 | 2012-11-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |