Ink-jet printing module for printing robot, magazine for these modules, and ink-jet printing method using this robot
US11745509B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J29/02
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Inkjet printing module (1) capable of being picked up by the arm (111) of a robot (101), characterized in that said module includes: a print head (2); an ink reservoir (3) capable of supplying ink to said print head (2); compressed-gas supply means (4) capable of suppling compressed gas to said print head (2); a mechanical interface (7) capable of engaging removably with a complementary mechanical interface (107) of a robot arm; an electronic interface (6) capable of engaging removably with an electronic interface (106) of said robot arm in order to transfer data between said module and the robot; and at least one fluid interface (5) placed in fluid communication with the compressed-gas supply means or with the ink reservoir.
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