Collapsible ink reservoir with a collapse resisting insert

Details Collapsible ink reservoir with a collapse resisting insert Collapsible ink reservoir with a collapse resisting insert

2006-01-24

2006-01-24

Vo, Anh T. N. (Department: 2861)

Incremental printing of symbolic information

Ink jet

Fluid or fluid source handling means

Reexamination Certificate

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06988793

ABSTRACT:
An ink container that includes a collapsible ink reservoir containing an ink supply, and a collapse controlling insert disposed in the collapsible ink reservoir for controlling a remaining ink supply versus ink supply pressure characteristic of the collapsible ink reservoir. Also disclosed is an ink level detection system that includes a pressure transducer for sensing a pressure of the ink supply that is indicative of remaining ink.

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