Incremental printing of symbolic information – Ink jet – Fluid or fluid source handling means
Patent
1995-09-13
1998-10-06
Sterrett, Jeffrey L.
Incremental printing of symbolic information
Ink jet
Fluid or fluid source handling means
347 85, B41J 2175
Patent
active
058184848
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides methods and apparatus for maintaining substantially constant vertical distance between the free surface of a printing fluid in a fluid supply and printing mechanism by supporting a container against the force of gravity with a resilient member.
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Koehler Bruce H.
Lee Charles C.
Pederson Jeffrey C.
Griswold Gary L.
Hornickel John H.
Kirn Walter N.
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
Sterrett Jeffrey L.
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