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Endless belt for use in digital imaging systems

US6228448A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 1999
Grant dateMay 8, 2001
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/259
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An endless belt for use in digital imaging systems is provided having edge to edge uniform flatness, and precise circumferential and edge to edge thickness. The layers comprising the belt may be tailored as desired for use in either image recording, image transfer or sheet transport operations. In one embodiment, the belt includes an elastomeric base layer, an elastomer-impregnated spun cord layer, a woven or non-woven fabric layer, and an elastomeric surface ply. The belt is preferably manufactured by building the layers on a workpiece and then curing the layers.

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