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Print zone encoder

US12420570B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 2022
Grant dateSep 23, 2025
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J15/048
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In one example, a system to support print media through a print zone in a printer includes an endless support belt, a driver to circulate the support belt through the print zone, and an encoder unit under the print zone to measure movement of the support belt in the print zone.

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