Door shock absorber and image forming apparatus employing...

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2008-03-11

2008-03-11

Lee, Susan (Department: 2852)

Electrophotography

Having particular structure

Modular or displaceable

C049S346000, C049S386000, C292SDIG015

Reexamination Certificate

active

11175444

ABSTRACT:
A door shock absorber is provided to absorb noise and shock when a door is opened, and an image forming apparatus employing the same. The door shock absorber includes a first guide rail included in a door mounted on a case used as an outer covering. A first spring is contained by the first guide rail. A link has a first end hingedly connected to the inside of the case, and a second end connected to the first guide rail and able to move in the direction of the first guide rail. When the door is opened, the second end of the link moves in the direction of the first guide rail and compresses the first spring.

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