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Scanning optical device

US5900961A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 7, 1995
Grant dateMay 4, 1999
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2/471
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Scanning optical device is provided with a light source unit, a deflector for deflecting light beam from the light source, a deflector driving circuit for driving the deflector and an optical housing for accommodating the deflector and the deflector driving circuit. The device is further provided with a cover for closing the optical housing. The cover is provided with an opening through which the deflector driving circuit is exposed to the external air. The hole in the cover is constituted by a tubular partition wall integrally formed with the cover.

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