Ink-based marking device having a multi-component nib structure
US11279165B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 26, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB43K27/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention are directed to a multi-component nib structure and marking device for selectively generating primary marks and a secondary marks for lettering and shading. The marking device includes a multi-component nib structure, an ink source. The multi-component nib structure generally includes a first nib component, a second nib component, and optionally, a transfer component between the first nib component and the second nib component. In other aspects, the multi-component nib structure may allow lettering with different tones creating, for example, an ombre effect.
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