Fusing device for an electrophotographic image forming...

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2005-01-25

2005-01-25

Beatty, Robert (Department: 2852)

Electrophotography

Image formation

Fixing

C219S216000, C432S060000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06847798

ABSTRACT:
A fusing device for an electrophotographic image forming apparatus. The fusing device includes a heat pipe, both ends of which are sealed and in which a predetermined amount of a working fluid is contained, a cylindrical roller which surrounds the heat pipe, and a heating element which is installed between the cylindrical roller and the heat pipe. The working fluid is supercooled at room temperature, and crystallizing and producing heat when acted on by a mechanical force, and at least one mechanical unit applies a mechanical force to the heat pipe and crystallizes the supercooled working fluid.

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