Supports – Brackets – Of sheet material
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-30
2010-11-23
Sterling, Amy J (Department: 3632)
Supports
Brackets
Of sheet material
C248S637000, C248S674000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07837168
ABSTRACT:
The application includes various embodiments of devices and methods for mounting a motor within an image forming apparatus. The motor is mounted on a frame and positioned to engage and drive a component within the image forming apparatus. In one embodiment, the component is an imaging unit. The frame includes an opening to receive the motor. A locating member is attached to the frame and extends into the opening to contact the motor and provide accurate positioning for engagement with the component. The locating ring provides for a press fit with lower forces. Additional fasteners may fixedly connect the motor to the frame and maintain the accurate positioning provided by the locating member.
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Carter Daniel L.
Domhoff Joseph Edwin
Hunter David W.
Portig Harald
Spencer Brian Reed
Lexmark International Inc.
Sterling Amy J
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