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Ink-jet image forming method

US6902267B2 · kind B2 · utility

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11Claims
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Filing dateNov 3, 2003
Grant dateJun 7, 2005
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Expiry dateNov 3, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41M5/5254
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of forming an ink-jet image, comprising the steps of: ejecting droplets of an ink onto an ink-jet recording media which includes a support having thereon an outermost layer containing a thermoplastic resin; and then applying pressure onto the outermost layer with a pressing apparatus so that a thickness of the outermost layer after applying pressure is 50 to 80% of the outermost layer before being applied pressure.

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