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Reduction of stitch joint error by alternating print head firing mode

US6338544B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 29, 1999
Grant dateJan 15, 2002
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2/04586
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method for forming an image with a print head that fires groups of drops of fluid results in a reduction in stitch joint error. The stitch joint error is reduced by changing the firing sequence of the nozzles of adjacent dies of the print head.

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