Electrophotography – Having particular structure – Modular or displaceable
Patent
1997-04-02
1998-12-08
Smith, Matthew S.
Electrophotography
Having particular structure
Modular or displaceable
399111, G03G 1500, G03G 1501
Patent
active
058483292
ABSTRACT:
An image forming apparatus including a plurality of image forming units or process units is disclosed. The process units may each be moved into and out of the body of the apparatus by hand. A plurality of support members for supporting the ends of the process units to be operated by hand extend substantially parallel to a linear path for conveying a recording medium, but outside of paths for moving the process units into and out of the apparatus body. A positioning mechanism positions the above end of the individual process unit relative to the support members. The positioning mechanism is implemented by holes formed in the support members, and pins studded on a positioning wall included in the individual process unit. The apparatus allows the process units to be positioned thereon accurately with a high mechanical strength, while allowing them to be mounted and dismounted with ease.
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Aoyama Yuichi
Hiramatsu Masami
Hiroi Masaki
Miyawaki Katsuaki
Obu Makoto
Chen Sophia S.
Ricoh & Company, Ltd.
Smith Matthew S.
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